Erdotin Capsule (Erdosteine)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be taken by individuals with allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to its components. Patients with liver cirrhosis or specific enzyme deficiencies should avoid this medication, as it may affect metabolic processes in the body. Patients with gastric ulcers should also exercise caution as this medication may worsen symptoms. It is advisable for patients with severely impaired kidney function and significantly reduced liver function not to use this medication. Patients with slightly impaired liver function should limit the dosage of this medication to 300 mg per day and should take it carefully as adverse reactions may occur. Diabetic patients or those on a low-calorie diet should be cautious when using the syrup form of this medication. This medication contains Yellow No. 5, so individuals with an allergy to this component should take it with caution. In case of overdose, symptoms such as excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing may appear. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as headache, cold symptoms, respiratory distress, taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, heartburn, and fatigue may occur. There may be allergic reactions such as hives, erythema, and eczema on the skin; if any unusual symptoms occur, immediate consultation with a doctor is advised. Caution should be taken when using this medication with other cough medicines, as it may become difficult to expel phlegm from the bronchi, increasing the risk of bronchial infections or spasms. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should refrain from taking this medication due to uncertainty about its safety. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and it is safer to store it in the original container since transferring it to another container may affect its quality.

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

Drug interactions

Consult a doctor or pharmacist when using this medication with cough medicines.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from exposure to air and moisture. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

This medication is a hard capsule with a green upper part and an off-yellow lower part containing a white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle