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Alpha Erdosetine Capsule (Erdosetine)

OTC medicationHard capsuleOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Erdosteine›300mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Alpha Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A hard capsule with an upper green and a lower pale yellow, filled with white or off-white powder or granules.
Packaging
500 capsules/bottle - 500 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 200402881 · Approved 2004.12.06

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.01.01. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Mucolytic and expectorant treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2–3 times a day. When administered for acute respiratory conditions, do not use continuously for more than 10 days.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Alpha Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Mucolytic and expectorant treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases

  • Acute respiratory disease
  • chronic respiratory disease
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This medication helps to dissolve mucus in acute and chronic respiratory diseases and facilitates the easy expulsion of phlegm through coughing. Therefore, it is effective for making the respiratory tract comfortable and breathing smooth. It promotes the removal of mucus, thereby improving respiratory symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2–3 times a day. When administered for acute respiratory conditions, do not use continuously for more than 10 days.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Patients with an allergy to this medication or its ingredients should not take it. Patients with liver cirrhosis or certain enzyme deficiencies should not be administered this medication as it may affect metabolism in the body. Patients with peptic ulcers should also avoid using this medication as it may worsen symptoms. It is also safe for patients with severely impaired kidney function or significantly damaged liver function to avoid taking this medication. Patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment should exercise caution when using this medication, and the dose should not exceed 300 mg per day. Patients with diabetes or those on a low-calorie diet should be careful when using this medication in syrup form. Overdosage of this medication may result in symptoms such as excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as headache, cold symptoms, shortness of breath, taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn have also been reported. Skin reactions like hives, rashes, and eczema may occur, so consult a doctor immediately if any adverse reactions arise. This medication should be used with caution when taken with other cough medications, as it may make bronchial mucus expulsion difficult, increasing the risk of bronchial infection. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication, as its safety has not been adequately established. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may lead to accidents or degradation of the drug's quality; it is recommended to store it in the original container.

Side effects

  • sweating
  • dizziness
  • flushing
  • headache
  • cold
  • shortness of breath
  • taste disorder
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
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  • abdominal pain
  • stomach ache
  • heartburn
  • urticaria
  • erythema
  • eczema
  • fatigue
  • indigestion
  • gastrointestinal disturbance
  • acid reflux
  • erythema nodosum
  • palpitations
  • facial swelling
  • generalized edema
  • itching
  • lethargy
  • drowsiness
  • rash

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. The storage temperature should be kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medicine's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule with an upper green and a lower pale yellow, filled with white or off-white powder or granules.

Package unit

500 capsules/bottle - 500 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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