Eldotec Capsule (Erdomethine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2～3 times daily. When used for acute respiratory disease, do not administer continuously for more than 10 days.

This medication should not be used by certain patients. For example, it should not be taken by individuals allergic to this medication or its ingredients. Patients with liver cirrhosis or those with cystathionine synthase deficiency should avoid it, as its metabolites may affect methionine metabolism in the body. Additionally, patients with peptic ulcers or severe renal impairment or severe liver impairment should not use this medication. Patients with mild to moderate liver impairment should use this medication with caution, ensuring that the daily dose does not exceed 300 mg. Diabetic patients or those on a low-calorie diet should be especially cautious when using syrup formulations. Overdosage of this medication may result in symptoms such as excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing. Gastrointestinal symptoms reported include headache, cold symptoms, dyspnea, taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn. Skin reactions may include urticaria, erythema, and eczema. Caution should be taken when using this medication alongside other cough medicines, as this may hinder bronchial mucus expulsion, increasing the risk of bronchial infections and bronchial spasms. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid this medication, as its safety has not been sufficiently established. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to another container, as this may result in accidents or degradation of the medication's quality.

• sweating
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• shortness of breath
• taste disturbance
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

Consult with a doctor or pharmacist if this medication is taken together with cough medications.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

A hard capsule with upper and lower light green parts containing white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle