Medication info

Redroof Syrup (Levodenpropylgine)

Prescription medicationSyrupOral
Ingredient · strength
Levodropropizine›600mg / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Nelson Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A colorless syrup with added strawberry flavor, contained in an opaque white plastic bottle.
Packaging
500mL/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200102289 · Notified 2001.09.27 · Insurance code 656700682

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults: Administer levodropropizine 60 mg orally 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.
Child dose
Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10–20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally 3 times daily. 20–30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally 3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Nelson Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis

  • Cough
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve coughing symptoms caused by acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer levodropropizine 60 mg orally 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10–20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally 3 times daily. 20–30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally 3 times daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this medication or its components. It is also not advisable for those who produce excessive mucus from the bronchials. It should not be used in individuals with specific conditions such as ciliary dysfunction, for example, Kartagener Syndrome or primary ciliary dyskinesia. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding individuals should not take this medication. It is also safe to avoid this medication if liver function is severely impaired. Individuals with severe heart or kidney dysfunction should use this medication with caution. Caution is also needed when used by older individuals and children under 2 years of age. This medication may cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, dyspepsia, diarrhea, and vomiting. Central nervous system symptoms such as fatigue, headache, dizziness, and symptoms like rapid heartbeat may also be experienced. Rare allergic reactions may appear on the skin, and very rarely, severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis have been reported. When driving or operating machinery, caution is advised, as this medication can cause drowsiness. Particularly when combined with alcohol, drowsiness can be intensified. Caution is necessary when taken with sedatives, as the effectiveness may increase. Store in a safe place out of reach of children, and avoid transferring the medication to other containers as this may lead to safety incidents or degradation of the medication's quality.

Side effects

  • Dizziness
  • carbonated symptoms
  • indigestion
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • fatigue
  • decreased function
  • half-consciousness
  • coma
  • headache
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  • lightheadedness
  • palpitations
  • allergic reactions
  • anaphylactic reactions

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help preserve the medication's effectiveness longer.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A colorless syrup with added strawberry flavor, contained in an opaque white plastic bottle.

Package unit

500mL/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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