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Erdobron Capsule 300 mg (Erdosteine)

Erdobron Capsule 300 mg (Erdosteine)

OTC medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Erdosteine›300mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Genewon Science Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Hard capsule with a dark green upper and dark yellow lower part containing white powder
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200404657 · Approved 2004.09.23 · Insurance code 671700840

Summary

Main use
Promotes sputum expectoration and relieves mucus in acute and chronic respiratory diseases
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: The usual dose is 300 mg of erdosteine per dose, taken orally 2~3 times daily. Do not administer for more than 10 consecutive days when treating acute respiratory diseases.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Genewon Science Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Promotes sputum expectoration and relieves mucus in acute and chronic respiratory diseases

  • Acute respiratory diseases
  • chronic respiratory diseases
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This medication helps to soften mucus in acute and chronic respiratory diseases, making it easier to expel it when coughing. Therefore, it is used when there is discomfort due to excessive phlegm and helps improve respiratory health.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: The usual dose is 300 mg of erdosteine per dose, taken orally 2~3 times daily. Do not administer for more than 10 consecutive days when treating acute respiratory diseases.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. People who have allergies to this drug or its components should not take it. Patients with liver cirrhosis or cystathionine synthase deficiency should avoid this medication as its metabolites may interfere with methionine metabolism. Patients with peptic ulcers should also not take this drug. Patients with severely impaired kidney function and severely impaired liver function should also avoid this medication. Additionally, patients with mildly impaired liver function or moderate impairment should use this drug with caution. In such cases, care should be taken not to exceed a daily dosage of 300 mg. This medication contains colorant Yellow No. 5, and patients with allergies or sensitivities to this colorant should use it with caution. Overdosing on this medication may lead to excessive sweating, dizziness, or facial flushing. Neurological and respiratory issues such as headaches, cold-like symptoms, and breathing difficulties may occur. Furthermore, gastrointestinal symptoms including altered taste, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn may also arise. Skin reactions may include hives, rashes, and eczema. Post-marketing studies have reported various adverse reactions such as fatigue, dyspepsia, facial swelling, and itching, though a direct correlation with this medication is not certain. Taking this medication alongside expectorants may lead to reduced coughing, making it difficult to expel mucus from the bronchial tubes. This may increase the risk of bronchial infections and bronchospasm, so caution is advised. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication as its safety has not been thoroughly established. It is advisable to avoid this medication for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of children. Additionally, to maintain quality, it is best not to transfer the medication to another container.

Side effects

  • sweating
  • dizziness
  • flushing
  • headache
  • cold
  • difficulty breathing
  • dysgeusia
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
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  • epigastric pain
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn
  • urticaria
  • erythema
  • eczema
  • fatigue
  • indigestion
  • gastrointestinal disorders
  • acid reflux
  • erythema nodosum
  • palpitations
  • facial edema
  • generalized edema
  • itching
  • weakness
  • drowsiness
  • rash

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication may have interactions when taken with cough suppressants, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is necessary.

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to keep the medication effective for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Hard capsule with a dark green upper and dark yellow lower part containing white powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 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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