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Unigrel Tablet (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Unigrel Tablet (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
한국유나이티드제약(주)
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200605426 · Approved 2006.06.20 · Insurance code 644302750

Summary

Main use
Improvement of ischemic symptoms (ulcers, pain, etc.) in chronic arterial occlusive disease
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Sarpogrelate hydrochloride 100 mg orally after meals three times a day. Adjust as appropriate based on symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한국유나이티드제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of ischemic symptoms (ulcers, pain, etc.) in chronic arterial occlusive disease

  • Chronic arterial occlusive disease
  • ulcers
  • pain
  • cold sensations
  • ischemic symptoms
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This medication is used to improve ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and cold sensations caused by vascular diseases like chronic arterial occlusive disease. It facilitates blood circulation to alleviate these symptoms. It is especially beneficial for patients with atherosclerosis or diabetic peripheral vascular disease, aiding in pain relief and wound healing. It has a general effect of supporting vascular health, reducing discomfort in daily life. Therefore, it improves ischemic symptoms related to chronic arterial occlusive disease.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Sarpogrelate hydrochloride 100 mg orally after meals three times a day. Adjust as appropriate based on symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with bleeding, as it may increase the risk of bleeding. Moreover, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication, as it may be harmful to the fetus. Women who are menstruating or have a tendency to bleed should use this medication with caution due to the risk of enhanced bleeding. Patients taking anticoagulants or platelet aggregation inhibitors should be cautious, as the risk of bleeding may increase when used in conjunction with this medication. Patients with severely impaired renal function or elderly individuals should also use this medication cautiously, as it may remain in the body longer and lead to side effects. This medication may cause serious side effects such as bleeding, liver dysfunction, or blood disorders, so symptoms should be promptly reported to a doctor. Side effects such as skin rashes, itching, vomiting, dyspepsia, headaches, and dizziness have also been reported; if such symptoms occur, the medication should be discontinued and a doctor consulted. It is advisable to have regular blood tests while taking this medication to detect side effects early. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid this medication; if it must be taken, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Safety in children has not been established, so it is best not to use it in pediatric patients. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may lead to reduced quality or accidents, so caution is needed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Tendency to bleed (gastrointestinal bleeding, cerebral hemorrhage, subcutaneous bleeding), blood disorders (agranulocytosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia), acute hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, hives, shortness of breath

Mild side effects

  • Erythema
  • rash
  • redness
  • papules
  • itching
  • vomiting
  • stomatitis
  • nausea
  • foreign body sensation (esophagus)
  • heartburn
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  • abdominal pain
  • constipation
  • loss of appetite
  • abdominal bloating
  • diarrhea
  • palpitations
  • chest pain
  • facial flushing
  • hand edema
  • drowsiness
  • altered taste
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • proteinuria
  • hematuria
  • elevated BUN
  • elevated creatinine
  • pharyngitis
  • pharyngeal discomfort
  • pharyngeal burning sensation
  • weight gain
  • elevated serum triglycerides
  • elevated serum cholesterol
  • elevated serum albumin

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 sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication over time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 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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