Biphedin Tablets (Biphenyl Dimethyl Dicarboxylate)

Adult dose

As Biphenyl Dimethyl Dicarboxylate, take 25 to 50 mg orally, three times a day. Adjust dose as needed based on symptoms.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this drug or its components. Particular caution should be exercised when using this drug in patients with chronic active hepatitis or cirrhosis. Side effects such as dry mouth, nausea, and skin rash may occur while taking this medication. If these symptoms occur, an allergy treatment may alleviate them. There may be temporary jaundice due to liver dysfunction, but stopping the medication or using jaundice treatment can improve the condition. Nausea or abdominal bloating may occur rarely, but these symptoms typically resolve naturally over time. Taking this drug together with Inosine may enhance liver enzyme improvement. It is safest for pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women to avoid taking this medication. Elderly patients may have decreased bodily functions, so the dosage of this medication should be appropriately adjusted and used with caution. Elevations in liver enzyme levels are rare during treatment, but they may occur upon discontinuation of the drug. Restarting the medication can lead to improvement in liver enzyme levels again. This medication should be stored out of reach of children. Moreover, transferring the drug from its original container to another may result in dosing errors or degradation of the drug quality, so it should be kept in its original container and tightly closed.

Serious side effects

Transient jaundice

Mild side effects

• Dry mouth
• nausea
• skin rash
• nausea
• abdominal bloating

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-proof, airtight container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help preserve the drug's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

White elongated oval tablets

Package unit

For domestic use: 30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle For export: 100 tablets/box (10 tablets/PTP X 10)