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Tirostar Tablet (Tiropramide Hydrochloride)

Tirostar Tablet (Tiropramide Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tiropramide Hydrochloride›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Kujoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200302073 · Notified 2003.11.20 · Insurance code 669802840

Summary

Main use
Relief of abdominal cramps and pain (e.g., due to cholelithiasis) and acute spasmodic pain (e.g., abdominal colic)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 100㎎ of tiropamide hydrochloride orally 2-3 times daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Kujoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of abdominal cramps and pain (e.g., due to cholelithiasis) and acute spasmodic pain (e.g., abdominal colic)

  • Acute spasmodic pain
  • biliary colic
  • abdominal colic
  • renal colic
  • ureteral colic
  • abdominal cramps
  • pain
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This medication is used to relieve acute spasmodic pain occurring from conditions such as cholecystitis or gallstones, and various causes of abdominal colicky pain, as well as renal colic and ureteral colic. It is also effective for abdominal cramps and pain due to gastrointestinal motility disorders, cholecystitis, and post-surgical adhesions. It helps to treat various abdominal pain and spasms.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 100㎎ of tiropamide hydrochloride orally 2-3 times daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with narrowed gastrointestinal tracts. Medication may cause problems in cases of gastrointestinal strictures. Furthermore, it should not be administered to patients with megacolon or severely weakened intestines. Patients with allergic reactions to this drug should also avoid it. This medication is not suitable for patients with severe liver failure due to poor liver function. Additionally, since this drug contains lactose, it should not be given to patients with genetic issues that prevent lactose digestion. Patients with glaucoma or benign prostatic hyperplasia should be cautious when using this medication. Although this medication does not have anticholinergic effects, it should be taken cautiously by these patients. During treatment, symptoms such as dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, or constipation may occur. If any allergic symptoms such as itching or rash appear on the skin, the medication should be discontinued immediately. If taken in conjunction with blood pressure-lowering medications, excessive intake of this medication may lead to significantly low blood pressure, so caution is necessary. Although no significant issues were observed in animal studies for pregnant women, it should only be taken under the supervision of a physician when absolutely necessary. The medication should be stored out of the reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion. Also, transferring the medication to another container may lead to accidents or deterioration in quality, so it is recommended to keep it in the original container.

Side effects

  • dry mouth
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • itching
  • redness

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container, protected from air and moisture. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help preserve the medication’s effectiveness for an extended period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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