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Alphium Tablets (Cimetropium Bromide)

Alphium Tablets (Cimetropium Bromide)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Cimetropium Bromide›50mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Dongwha Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200500776 · Notified 2005.05.26 · Insurance code 642702410

Summary

Main use
Relief of gastrointestinal spasms and functional motility disorders
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 50 mg of cimetropium bromide per dose 2 ∼ 3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Dongwha Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of gastrointestinal spasms and functional motility disorders

  • Gastrointestinal spasms
  • functional motility disorders
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This medication is used to improve spasms and functional motility disorders that occur in the gastrointestinal tract, specifically the abnormal movements of digestive muscles.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 50 mg of cimetropium bromide per dose 2 ∼ 3 times daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, individuals allergic to the active ingredient or other components of this drug should not take it. Additionally, patients with prostatic hypertrophy, glaucoma, urinary retention, gastrointestinal dysfunction, paralytic ileus, ulcerative colitis, megacolon, reflux esophagitis, and myasthenia gravis should also avoid this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. Patients with autonomic nervous system disorders, liver and kidney diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hyperthyroidism, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia, hypertension, and hyperthermia should use this medication with caution. Taking this medication may lead to symptoms such as dry mouth, visual accommodation disorder, palpitations, sensory disturbances, urinary difficulties, headache, dizziness, flushing, drowsiness, constipation, nausea, and allergic skin reactions. This medication can cause drowsiness, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery while on this medication. Caution is required when taking this medication in conjunction with other drugs. Taking antihistamines, phenothiazine drugs, tricyclic antidepressants, or anticholinergic drugs may enhance the effects of this medication, so it is recommended to avoid such combinations. Conversely, parasympathomimetics may reduce its efficacy. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication and should only use it if the benefits outweigh the risks. The safety of this medication in children has not been established, especially in infants, as symptoms of central nervous system stimulation or respiratory obstruction may occur, so special caution is warranted. In case of an overdose of this medication, immediate emergency treatment is required, and specific antidotes may be used. Lastly, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container can compromise quality, so caution is advised.

Side effects

  • dry mouth
  • eye accommodation disorder
  • palpitations
  • sensory disturbances
  • dysuria
  • increased intraocular pressure
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • flushing
  • euphoric mood
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  • drowsiness
  • weakness
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • allergic skin reactions
  • anxiety
  • tremors
  • hypersensitivity
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • reflex respiratory obstruction symptoms
  • convulsions

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, ideally at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/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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