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Acepect Capsule (Acebrophylline)

Acepect Capsule (Acebrophylline)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Acebrophylline›100mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Samjin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A hard capsule containing white to off-white powder with a gray upper part and a white lower part
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200401725 · Notified 2004.09.18 · Insurance code 647801510

Summary

Main use
Treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases (e.g., bronchitis, asthma, and sinusitis)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer acebrophylline 100 mg orally twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Samjin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases (e.g., bronchitis, asthma, and sinusitis)

  • Airway obstruction disorders
  • mucous secretion disorders
  • acute and chronic bronchitis
  • bronchial asthma
  • sinusitis
  • dry rhinitis
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This medication is used to treat acute and chronic respiratory diseases caused by airway obstruction and mucous secretion disorders. The main targets include acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinusitis, and dry rhinitis. These conditions can lead to difficulty in breathing or discomfort due to inflammation in the airways and abnormal mucous secretion. This drug helps smooth breathing and contributes to symptom improvement by alleviating inflammation and managing mucous. Therefore, this medication is effectively used in the treatment of respiratory diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer acebrophylline 100 mg orally twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by certain patients. For example, it should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to this medication or its ingredients, or those allergic to ambroxol. Additionally, patients with acute myocardial infarction, hypotension, severe liver or kidney disorders, and lactating women should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should not take it. People with specific conditions such as heart disease, obesity, epilepsy, gastric ulcers, hyperthyroidism, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, as well as the elderly, children, pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant should take this medication cautiously. Also, individuals allergic to the yellow No. 5 dye included in this medication should be cautious. During use, nausea or dizziness may temporarily occur, and these symptoms will disappear once the medication is discontinued. Rarely, allergic reactions may manifest as indigestion, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, rashes, itching, and difficulty breathing, so it is crucial to stop taking the medication immediately if such symptoms occur. Increased blood concentration can lead to toxicity; thus, elderly patients or those with impaired liver and kidney function should adjust the dosage. This medication can interact with various drugs, so if you are taking other medications, you must consult with a doctor or pharmacist. It is recommended to avoid use during early and late pregnancy, and it is better for breastfeeding women not to take this medication. Special caution is needed for the elderly and children, and overdose may lead to serious side effects, requiring immediate treatment. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container may adversely affect its quality, so caution is necessary.

Side effects

  • temporary dizziness
  • discomfort in the stomach
  • abdominal distension
  • stomach pain
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • hematemesis
  • heartburn
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  • loss of appetite
  • esophagogastric bleeding
  • epigastric pain
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • urticarial erythema
  • itching
  • facial swelling
  • dyspnea
  • fever accompanied by chills
  • purulent rhinitis
  • tachypnea
  • oral numbness
  • arm numbness
  • headache
  • agitation
  • insomnia
  • tachycardia
  • ectopic beats
  • hyperrelaxation
  • hypotension
  • albuminuria
  • hyperglycemia
  • gastrointestinal disturbance

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is crucial to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees in a room.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule containing white to off-white powder with a gray upper part and a white lower part

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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