Ericson Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As hydroxyethylpiperazine propyl sulfonate, 50 mg orally three times a day after meals. Adjust the dosage appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First, it should not be administered to patients with allergic reactions to this medication. Patients with myasthenia gravis should also not take this medication. Because this medication contains lactose, it should not be taken by patients with lactose intolerance, galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or genetic disorders such as glucose-galactose malabsorption. There are also patients who require caution when using this medication. Patients with a history of drug allergies or poor liver function should be particularly careful when using this medication, as it can worsen liver function. This medication can rarely cause serious side effects. For example, shock reactions may occur, so patients should be closely monitored and if symptoms appear, administration should be stopped immediately, and appropriate treatment should be sought. Liver function abnormalities may also occur, and if liver enzyme levels rise, medication use should be discontinued. It can also affect kidney function, so if there is protein in the urine or abnormal blood test results, it is advisable to stop administration. Blood abnormalities such as anemia can also rarely occur, so symptoms should be monitored closely. This medication can occasionally trigger allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itching. Neuropsychiatric symptoms may include insomnia, drowsiness, headache, and limb paralysis, and rarely muscle stiffness or tremors. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Urological symptoms such as difficulty urinating or a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying may also occur, along with systemic symptoms like weakness, dizziness, and decreased muscle tone. Additionally, symptoms such as facial flushing or sweating, and edema may occur. In particular, although rare, there may be severe immune responses like anaphylaxis, so caution is needed. Serious skin adverse reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, may occur, and if symptoms such as fever, rash, blisters, itching, eye redness, or stomatitis appear, administration should be stopped immediately and a doctor should be consulted. During administration of this medication, symptoms such as weakness, staggering, and drowsiness may occur, so if these symptoms appear, the dosage should be reduced or stopped. Drowsiness or decreased concentration may occur, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery during the course of treatment. There may be interactions when this medication is used with certain other drugs, so if other medications are being taken, it is essential to inform a doctor or pharmacist. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits when using this medication, and breastfeeding women should preferably avoid usage or discontinue breastfeeding when administered. Safety in pediatric patients has not been sufficiently confirmed, so caution should be exercised when used in children. Elderly patients may have decreased bodily functions, so caution is necessary when using this medication, such as adjusting the dosage.

Serious side effects

Shock (severe allergic reaction), anaphylactic reaction (severe allergic reaction), angioedema (severe swelling), toxic epidermal necrolysis and mucocutaneous-eye syndrome (severe skin abnormal reaction), liver dysfunction (liver abnormality), anemia (blood abnormality)

Mild side effects

• Occasionally rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• rigidity
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle