Mucofen Tablet 100 mg (Rebamipide)

Adult dose

For Rebamipide, take 100 mg orally three times a day. However, for gastric ulcers, take it in the morning, evening, and before bedtime.

This medication should not be used in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the components of this medication. Serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis may rarely occur during treatment, so if symptoms develop, treatment should be discontinued immediately, and medical attention should be sought. Additionally, there may be a decrease in white blood cells or platelets, so it is important to monitor blood counts for any changes. Liver function may be affected, and if there is an increase in liver enzymes or symptoms of jaundice, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Hypersensitivity reactions such as rashes, itching, etc., may occur on the skin, and if these symptoms appear, use should be stopped. Neurological symptoms such as paralysis, dizziness, and drowsiness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include dry mouth, constipation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, and taste disturbances. If there is a significant increase in liver enzymes or if fever and rash occur, the medication should be discontinued, and a doctor should be consulted. Regular blood tests are necessary as there may be changes in platelets or white blood cell counts. Other symptoms reported include breast engorgement, mastalgia, gynecomastia, galactorrhea, palpitations, fever, facial flushing, tongue paralysis, cough, dyspnea, alopecia, menstrual irregularities, renal dysfunction, edema, and sensation of a foreign body in the throat, so any unusual symptoms should be reported. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication if the benefits of treatment are considered greater than the risks, as its safety has not been established. Women who are breastfeeding should avoid this medication, as it may be excreted in breast milk. Safety in children, particularly in low birth weight infants, newborns, infants, and children has not been adequately confirmed, so caution should be exercised. Elderly individuals may have impaired body function and should be particularly cautious of gastrointestinal symptoms and other adverse reactions during treatment. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers, as this may cause accidents or affect the quality of the medication.

Serious side effects

Shock, anaphylaxis-like symptoms (including urticaria, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, and pallor), leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, liver dysfunction, jaundice, paralysis, dyspnea, edema.

Mild side effects

Hypersensitivity reactions (rash, itching, urticarial eczema), dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, taste disturbances, fever, facial flushing, tongue paralysis, cough, alopecia, menstrual irregularities, breast engorgement, mastalgia, gynecomastia, galactorrhea, palpitations, sensation of a foreign body in the throat.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that protects from light, and the temperature should be kept between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing the medication this way helps maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30, 500 tablets/bottle