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Eldorant Capsule (Erdosteine)
OTC medication

Eldorant Capsule (Erdosteine)

Mucolytic and expectorant improvement for acute and chronic respiratory diseases

Chong Kun Dang Pharmaceutical Corp.

Key information summary

Efficacy & effects
Mucolytic and expectorant improvement for acute and chronic respiratory diseases
Adult dosage
Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2 to 3 times a day. Do not administer continuously for more than 10 days when used for acute respiratory diseases.
Ingredients
Erdosteine
Rx / OTC
OTC medication
Appearance
A hard capsule with a green upper part and a yellow lower part containing a white to off-white crystalline powder

Efficacy & effects

This medication helps to thin mucus in acute and chronic respiratory diseases, facilitating the expulsion of phlegm during coughing. This supports the respiratory system to function more smoothly. By lowering the viscosity of mucus in the respiratory tract, it effectively removes foreign substances from the airways and makes breathing easier. This action alleviates the respiratory symptoms in patients and provides a comfortable breathing environment. Therefore, it is used for mucolysis and expectoration in acute and chronic respiratory diseases.

Dosage and Administration

Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2 to 3 times a day. Do not administer continuously for more than 10 days when used for acute respiratory diseases.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with known allergic reactions to this drug or its components. Patients with liver cirrhosis or cystathionine synthesis enzyme deficiency should not be administered this drug, as its metabolites may affect methionine metabolism. Patients with peptic ulcers should also avoid this medication. This drug should not be administered to patients with severe renal impairment, particularly those with a creatinine clearance of less than 25 mL/min. Additionally, patients with severe liver dysfunction should preferably avoid this medication. Patients with mild to moderate liver dysfunction should use this drug with caution and be careful not to exceed a daily dose of 300 mg. In case of overdose, symptoms such as excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing may occur, so caution is needed. Neurological and respiratory adverse reactions such as headaches, cold symptoms, and breathing difficulties may arise. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn. Skin reactions may present as hives, red spots, and eczema. Other reported symptoms include fatigue, indigestion, palpitations, facial or generalized swelling, itching, lethargy, confusion, and rash. Caution is particularly required when taken with cough medications as it may hinder phlegm expulsion, increasing the risk of bronchial infection. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, are advised against using this medication as its safety has not been established.

Side effects

Hives, shortness of breath, facial swelling, generalized edema

Interactions

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist when taking it with cough medications.

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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.