Edonal Capsule (Erdosteine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2～3 times daily. When administered for acute respiratory conditions, do not administer continuously for more than 10 days.

It is very important that this medication is not used in certain patients. First, individuals allergic to this medication or any of its components should not take it. Patients with liver cirrhosis or cystathionine beta-synthase deficiency should not use it since its metabolites may interfere with methionine metabolism. Additionally, patients with peptic ulcers and severe kidney or liver impairment should not take this medication. Patients with mild or moderate liver impairment should use this medication with caution and ensure that the daily dosage does not exceed 300 mg. Patients with diabetes or those on a low-calorie diet should exercise caution when using the syrup form of this medication. Also, individuals allergic to the yellow #5 dye included in this medication should be careful when taking it. In case of overdose, symptoms such as sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing may occur. Headaches, cold symptoms, breathing difficulty, taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn may occur; consult a doctor immediately if any unusual symptoms appear. Allergic reactions such as hives, erythema, and eczema may also appear on the skin. Taking this medication with other expectorants or cough medicines may make it difficult to expel phlegm from the bronchi and increase the risk of bronchial infection, so caution is advised. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should avoid using this medication as its safety has not been established. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and it is advisable to avoid transferring it to other containers, as this may compromise its quality.

• sweating
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• shortness of breath
• taste disorder
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken with cough medicines only after consulting with a physician or pharmacist.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

Hard capsule with a green upper part and yellow lower part

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 500 capsules/bottle