Stoga Tablet 10 mg (Lafutidine)

Adult dose

1. Short-term treatment of gastric ulcers The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine orally twice daily, in the morning and at bedtime. Clinical trials of up to 8 weeks showed that most ulcers healed within 8 weeks, although healing time may vary in some patients. 2. Short-term treatment of duodenal ulcers The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine orally twice daily, in the morning and at bedtime. Clinical trials of up to 6 weeks showed that most ulcers healed within 6 weeks, although healing time may vary in some patients. 3. Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine orally once daily at bedtime. Clinical trials of up to 2 weeks showed that most lesions healed within 2 weeks, although healing time may vary in some patients. 4. Combination therapy with antibiotics in patients with peptic ulcers infected with Helicobacter pylori Administer lafutidine 20mg, clarithromycin 500mg, and amoxicillin 1000mg twice daily for 7 or 14 days. 5. Premedication for anesthesia The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine orally twice (at bedtime on the day before surgery and 2 hours before anesthesia on the day of surgery). 6. Treatment of reflux esophagitis Administer 10mg of lafutidine orally twice daily.

This medication should not be taken by individuals allergic to its ingredients. Additionally, since it contains lactose, individuals with genetic disorders that inhibit lactose digestion should not take this medication. Individuals who have previously shown allergic reactions to medications, those with liver or kidney function issues, dialysis patients, and the elderly should exercise caution when using this medication. While taking this medication, there may be side effects such as severe allergic reactions, liver dysfunction, or a decrease in blood cell counts, so symptoms should be closely monitored. If symptoms such as pallor or difficulty breathing occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately, and a doctor should be consulted. It is also important to periodically check liver function tests, as levels may rise or jaundice may appear. If blood tests show a decrease in white blood cells or platelets, medical advice should be sought immediately if any abnormal symptoms arise. Rarely, serious side effects such as skin rashes, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rashes with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, cough with fever, jaundice, extreme fatigue, sudden severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, or changes in urination may occur, so any unusual symptoms should be reported promptly to healthcare professionals. Gastrointestinal side effects including constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal bloating, and loss of appetite have been reported. Central nervous system side effects such as headaches, insomnia, and drowsiness may also occur. Elderly patients or those with reduced kidney function may have increased blood concentration of the medication, so caution should be taken by adjusting the dose and monitoring closely. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks before taking this medication, and breastfeeding women should avoid its use. The safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so its use should be avoided. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container safely. Finally, this medication may mask the symptoms or delay the diagnosis of malignant tumors, so if stomach cancer or other malignant tumors are suspected, testing must be conducted, and if confirmed, the medication should be discontinued.

• Shock
• symptoms of anaphylaxis
• facial pallor
• hypotension
• generalized rash
• dyspnea
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• agranulocytosis
• pharyngalgia

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly closed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the medication's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle