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Zamisulf Tablet (Doxylamine Succinate)

OTC medicationTablet경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
Doxylamine Succinate›25mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
태극제약(주)
Appearance
White or pale yellow round tablets
Packaging
10 tablets (1 tablet/pack * 10)
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 199901052 · Notified 1999.07.02

This product's status changed to Expired on 2023.10.01. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Adjunctive treatment for insomnia and sedative effects
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: As Doxylamine Succinate, take 25mg orally once a day, 30 minutes before sleep. Adjust dosage based on age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
태극제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Adjunctive treatment for insomnia and sedative effects

  • Insomnia
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This medication is used for adjunctive treatment of insomnia and has sedative effects. It helps patients sleep and alleviates tension.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: As Doxylamine Succinate, take 25mg orally once a day, 30 minutes before sleep. Adjust dosage based on age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals with respiratory diseases such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or asthma. It is also advisable for patients with glaucoma or benign prostatic hyperplasia not to use this drug. Nursing women and children under the age of 15 should not take this medication. Since this medication contains lactose, individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. During the course of this medication, it is important not to take other drugs such as imipramine-type antidepressants, antiparkinsonian agents, or disopyramide together, as this may worsen side effects such as urinary retention or constipation. Moreover, it is critical not to combine this medication with other drugs or to take it for more than 2 weeks without consulting a doctor or pharmacist. This medication can have strong sedative effects, so caution should be exercised when performing hazardous tasks such as operating heavy machinery or driving vehicles. It should not be taken after or during alcohol consumption. Individuals who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. While taking this medication, anticholinergic effects may cause symptoms such as dry mouth and constipation. Drowsiness may occur, so it is advisable to take this medication mainly before bedtime. If severe drowsiness occurs during the day, it may be necessary to reduce the dosage. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, and if removed from the original container and stored in another, there is a risk of degradation or misuse, so it should always be kept in the original container with the lid tightly closed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • anticholinergic effects
  • constipation
  • excessive sedation

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a sealed container that is shielded from light. Additionally, it is important to keep it at temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White or pale yellow round tablets

Package unit

10 tablets (1 tablet/pack * 10)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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