Levadrin Tablets (Levamipide)

Adult dose

As Levamipide, take 100 mg orally three times a day. In the case of gastric ulcers, take in the morning, evening, and before bedtime.

This medication should not be used in patients who have had an allergic reaction to any of its components. While taking this medication, there may be rare cases of severe allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis, so if symptoms appear, administration should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be sought. Additionally, white blood cell or platelet counts may decrease, so it is important to check the condition regularly through blood tests. Problems may occur with liver function, so if liver enzyme levels rise or symptoms of jaundice appear, administration should be stopped. Skin hypersensitivity reactions such as hives, rash, and itching may occur, so if these symptoms arise, the medication should be discontinued. Dizziness, drowsiness, and numbness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting may occur, and if discomfort is severe, consult a doctor. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks when taking this medication, and nursing mothers are advised to avoid breastfeeding while taking this medication. Safety has not been adequately established for use in children and infants, so caution is advised. Elderly patients may have weakened physical function, so they should be particularly attentive to the occurrence of side effects such as gastrointestinal symptoms. The medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and to maintain quality, it is safest to store it in the original container as transferring it to another container may affect its quality.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• anaphylaxis-like symptoms
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• urticaria
• paralysis
• thrombocytopenia
• leukopenia

Mild side effects

• Rarely rash
• itching
• contact dermatitis
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• and rarely constipation
• abdominal bloating
• diarrhea
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that can block light, at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle