Medication info

Dentax Capsule

OTC medicationHard capsule경구Approval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Lysozyme Hydrochloride›30mg / 1 capsuleAscorbic Acid›150mg / 1 capsuleTocopherol Acetate Powder 50%›10mg / 1 capsuleCarbazochrome›2mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
진양제약(주)
Appearance
An opaque hard capsule with an orange powder in the upper part and a yellowish lower part.
Packaging
Domestic use - 10 capsules/box [10 capsules x 1 PTP], Domestic use - 120 capsules/box [10 capsules x 12 PTP], Domestic use - 240 capsules/box [10 capsules x 24 PTP], Domestic use - 360 capsules/box [10 capsules x 36 PTP], Export use - 30 capsules/box [10 capsules x 3 PTP], Export use - 120 capsules/box [10 capsules x 12 PTP], Export use - 500 capsules/box [10 capsules x 50 PTP]
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 199901258 · Notified 1999.03.13

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.01.03. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Auxiliary treatment effect for gingivitis and periodontitis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults take 1 capsule three times a day after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
진양제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Auxiliary treatment effect for gingivitis and periodontitis

  • Gingivitis
  • Periodontitis
View approved original text

This medication helps with gingivitis and mild to moderate periodontitis after periodontal treatment. It helps reduce gum inflammation and restore the health of the tissues around the teeth. With regular use, it alleviates inflammation around the periodontium and improves oral health. This medication is effective as an adjunctive treatment for periodontitis and contributes to the prevention of recurrence of periodontal disease. Therefore, it is used in the treatment of gingivitis and periodontitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults take 1 capsule three times a day after meals.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by children under 15 years old. This medication contains lactose, thus individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactose deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. Those who have previously experienced allergic reactions to medications or cosmetics should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. It is also important for individuals taking other medications to consult with a professional before starting this medication. Those who have had allergic reactions to medications or eggs in the past should consult with a professional before taking this medication. Individuals currently receiving treatment from a doctor or dentist should definitely consult before taking this medication. If one or a family member has an allergic constitution, it is necessary to consult with a professional before taking this medication. This medication contains a pigment called Yellow No. 5, so individuals allergic or sensitive to this ingredient should take it with caution. If symptoms such as skin rash, redness, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, or oral inflammation occur after taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Severe reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis, may occur, so if symptoms such as fever, red spots, itching, eye redness, or oral inflammation develop, discontinue use immediately and go to the hospital. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for more than a month, stop taking it and consult a professional. This medication must be taken exactly as prescribed in terms of dosage and administration, and prolonged use is not recommended. Store in a secure place out of reach of children. Moving the medication from its original container to another can pose a risk of misuse or quality degradation, so it must be stored in its original container with the lid tightly closed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • cold sweats
  • pallor
  • severe rash accompanied by high fever
  • blisters
  • skin peeling
  • mouth/eye mucosal pain
Show 2 more
  • severe allergic reactions
  • severe skin abnormal reactions

Mild side effects

Rash, erythema (redness), itching, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort (upper abdomen), nausea, vomiting, stomatitis (oral inflammation), fever, erythema (red spots), eye redness, edema resembling burns (appearance like being burned)

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

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly closed container that is well-ventilated, in a temperature range of 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

An opaque hard capsule with an orange powder in the upper part and a yellowish lower part.

Package unit

Domestic use - 10 capsules/box [10 capsules x 1 PTP], Domestic use - 120 capsules/box [10 capsules x 12 PTP], Domestic use - 240 capsules/box [10 capsules x 24 PTP], Domestic use - 360 capsules/box [10 capsules x 36 PTP], Export use - 30 capsules/box [10 capsules x 3 PTP], Export use - 120 capsules/box [10 capsules x 12 PTP], Export use - 500 capsules/box [10 capsules x 50 PTP]

Same-ingredient medicines

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.

Questions about this medicine

No questions yet.

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Related searches

Search tags

Suggested searches

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.