Bamedin Tablets (Rebamipide)

Adult dose

Administer 100 mg of Rebamipide orally three times a day. For gastric ulcers, administer in the morning, evening, and right before bedtime.

This medication should not be used in patients with a history of allergy to any ingredient in this medication. Rarely, serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis may occur when using this medication; therefore, if any unusual symptoms occur, use should be discontinued immediately and appropriate treatment sought. Additionally, it may rarely cause decreased white blood cell or platelet counts, so blood status should be monitored carefully, and liver function tests may be necessary due to the possibility of liver function issues. Skin reactions such as rashes, hives, or itching may occur, and use should be stopped if these symptoms arise. This medication may cause neurological symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, or paralysis; caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, or stomach pain. If liver dysfunction is suspected, stop taking the medication immediately and consult your physician. Regular blood tests are needed as white blood cell or platelet counts may change. Other side effects may include breast pain, palpitations, fever, facial flushing, hair loss, abnormal menstruation, and various other symptoms; if any unusual symptoms occur, inform your healthcare provider. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consider the risks and benefits before using this medication, as its safety has not been established. This medication may be excreted in breast milk, so breastfeeding women should avoid it. Safety in children, especially low birth weight infants or neonates, has not been fully established, and it should be used cautiously. Elderly patients may have diminished bodily functions, so special care is needed regarding gastrointestinal side effects. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and it is safer to keep it in the original container to avoid accidents or degradation of the medication's quality.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• symptoms resembling anaphylaxis
• decreased white blood cells
• decreased platelets
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• swelling
• respiratory distress
• paralysis.

Mild side effects

• Rarely rash
• itching
• drug-induced eczema
• paralysis
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• and rare occurrences of constipation
• abdominal bloating
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that can block light, preferably at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage will help maintain the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

500 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*10], 30 tablets/bottle