Levogen Tablet (Levosulpride)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 25 mg of levosulpiride orally 3 times daily before meals.

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. This medication may be harmful to patients with gastrointestinal bleeding, mechanical obstruction, or perforation due to its stimulating effect on gastrointestinal motility, and should not be administered. Patients with specific tumors such as pheochromocytoma should avoid this medication as it may worsen hypertension during use. Patients with a history of allergic reactions or intolerance to this medication should not take it. Patients with liver disease or during the manic phase of bipolar disorder should not use this medication as it may exacerbate symptoms. Patients with breast-related disorders should be cautious as this medication may increase prolactin levels and cause changes in the breast. Patients with genetic diseases that prevent the breakdown of lactose should avoid this medication due to the lactose it contains. Patients with hypertension, children, and the elderly should use this medication with caution due to a higher likelihood of experiencing side effects. This medication may cause irregular menstrual periods, excessive milk secretion, and gynecomastia due to hormonal secretion abnormalities, and should be discontinued immediately if any unusual symptoms occur. This medication may influence motor control; if symptoms such as tremors or abnormal tongue movements, anxiety, etc., occur, the use of the medication should be stopped. Long-term use may lead to involuntary movements around the mouth, so caution is needed. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include dry mouth, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. Cardiac side effects may include hypertension or arrhythmias, requiring caution. This medication can rarely lead to a serious condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome, in which case symptoms such as high fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness may occur, necessitating immediate medical treatment. If skin rash or swelling occurs, discontinue the medication, and symptoms such as insomnia, drowsiness, dizziness, erectile dysfunction may also appear. It is advisable to avoid activities that require concentration, such as driving a car or operating machinery while on this medication. This medication may interact with other drugs, particularly anticholinergics, opioid analgesics, digitalis preparations, and other psychiatric medications, so caution is advised. Careful observation is necessary when taken with medications that may cause abnormal heart rhythms as it increases the risk of cardiac arrhythmias. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication for the safety of the fetus and newborn. Elderly patients may see an increase in drug concentration due to reduced kidney function, so dosage adjustment and observation of side effects are necessary. This medication has an antiemetic effect and may mask or exacerbate vomiting symptoms due to other conditions, hence careful use is necessary.

• Amenorrhea
• hyperprolactinemia
• gynecomastia
• tremors
• tongue twisting
• anxiety
• involuntary movements around the mouth
• thirst
• heartburn
• nausea

Store this medication in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle