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Legalon Capsule 70 (Milk Thistle Dried Extract)

Legalon Capsule 70 (Milk Thistle Dried Extract)

OTC medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Milk-Thistle Fruit Dried Extract Powder›169.7mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Bukwang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Brown hard capsules containing yellow powder
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 500 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 199901644 · Notified 1999.02.18 · Insurance code 642200210

Summary

Main use
Adjunctive treatment of chronic hepatitis, toxic liver disease, and cirrhosis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take an initial dose of 140 mg of silymarin (or 60 mg of silybin) per dose, 3 times daily, and a maintenance dose of 70 mg of silymarin (or 30 mg of silybin) per dose, 3 times daily [or 140 mg (or 60 mg of silybin) per dose, twice daily].

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Bukwang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Adjunctive treatment of chronic hepatitis, toxic liver disease, and cirrhosis

  • Toxic liver disease
  • chronic hepatitis
  • cirrhosis
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This medication is used as an adjunctive treatment for liver-related diseases such as toxic liver disease, chronic hepatitis, and cirrhosis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take an initial dose of 140 mg of silymarin (or 60 mg of silybin) per dose, 3 times daily, and a maintenance dose of 70 mg of silymarin (or 30 mg of silybin) per dose, 3 times daily [or 140 mg (or 60 mg of silybin) per dose, twice daily].

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by patients with severe biliary obstruction, those with hypersensitivity to this medication, and children under 12 years of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women must consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as stomach pain or diarrhea occur, or if an allergic reaction is suspected, treatment should be stopped immediately and a healthcare professional should be consulted. This medication must be taken strictly according to the prescribed dosages and methods, and if jaundice symptoms appear, a physician or pharmacist should be consulted. Additionally, it is important to consult a healthcare professional if symptoms do not improve after about one month of use or if taking it for an extended period. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not store the medication in a different container; keep it in its original container tightly closed.

Side effects

  • Abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • allergic reactions

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best stored at normal room temperature, not in excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown hard capsules containing yellow powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 500 capsules/bottle

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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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