Epison Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Eperisone Hydrochloride, take 50 mg orally three times a day after meals. Adjust dosage as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergic reactions or severe myasthenia gravis. Furthermore, this medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with genetic disorders that cannot digest lactose. Patients with a history of drug allergies or liver dysfunction should exercise caution when using this medication, as liver function may deteriorate. While taking this medication, severe allergic reactions, liver, kidney, or blood-related abnormal symptoms may rarely occur; therefore, if symptoms arise, it is necessary to immediately discontinue use and consult a physician. Various side effects such as skin rash, itching, insomnia, drowsiness, headache, dyspepsia, urinary problems, fatigue, etc. may occur, so symptoms should be closely monitored. In particular, if symptoms of serious skin conditions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome appear, treatment should be stopped immediately and professional care sought. Drowsiness or decreased concentration may occur during the intake of this medication, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. The use of this medication in conjunction with other muscle relaxants may lead to side effects, so it is essential to consult a physician. Pregnant women or those who could become pregnant should only be administered this medication when the potential benefits outweigh the risks, as the safety has not been sufficiently established. Women who are breastfeeding should avoid using this medication if possible, and if it is necessary, it is advisable to discontinue breastfeeding. The safety of this medication has not been sufficiently verified in children, so caution should be exercised when using it. Elderly patients may have reduced physical function, so dosage should be reduced or taken with special caution.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor (severe allergic reaction), high fever along with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain (severe skin reaction), anaphylaxis, angioedema, toxic epidermal necrosis and mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), liver abnormalities (increased ALT, AST, ALP), kidney abnormalities (proteinuria, BU

Mild side effects

• Occasionally
• rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• limb paralysis
• body stiffening
• limb tremors
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, ideally at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White, round, sugar-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets, 500 tablets