Levoran Tablets (Levosulpiride)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 25 mg of levosulpiride orally 3 times daily before meals.

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers. It should not be administered to patients with gastrointestinal bleeding or mechanical obstruction, as the medication may stimulate gastrointestinal motility and be harmful. It is also unsuitable for patients whose blood pressure may increase due to certain tumors. Patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or cannot tolerate it should avoid use. Patients with liver disease, those in certain stages of bipolar disorder, and those with breast-related disorders should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with a genetic issue that prevents them from breaking down lactose should not take it. Patients with hypertension, children, and the elderly should take special caution when using this medication. In children, dosage adjustment is important due to the potential for extrapyramidal symptoms. While taking this medication, endocrine disorders such as menstrual cessation, excessive milk secretion, and gynecomastia may occur, so careful monitoring is necessary. Rarely, neurological symptoms such as tremors or tongue twisting may occur, and if these symptoms appear, use should be discontinued. Long-term use may cause involuntary movements around the mouth, which can continue after stopping the medication. Gastrointestinal symptoms can include dry mouth, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. Cardiac-related side effects such as hypertension or arrhythmias may occur, necessitating caution. Rarely, skin rashes or swelling may occur, and symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, drowsiness, and dizziness may also be experienced. Long-term use may lead to changes in libido or hormonal symptoms, so regular monitoring is necessary. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating machinery that requires concentration during the use of this medication. Additionally, care must be taken when using it with other medications due to potential interactions, and it should not be taken with alcohol. Extra caution is required when combined with medications that may affect heart rhythm. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, and elderly patients may need to adjust the dosage and administration interval due to impaired renal function, which could prolong the presence of the drug in the body. This medication has an antiemetic effect, which might mask vomiting symptoms from other conditions; therefore, it should be used with caution if such symptoms are present. Reports suggest that long-term use could affect reproductive function based on animal studies.

• Amenorrhea
• galactorrhea
• gynecomastia
• tremor
• tongue twisting
• anxiety
• involuntary movements around the mouth
• thirst
• heartburn
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

Domestic use - 30 tablets/bottle, Domestic use - 500 tablets/bottle, Export - 100 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*10]