Chioctamin HR Tablet 600mg (Thioctic Acid)

Adult dose

Adults: Take 600 milligrams of thioctic acid once daily with plenty of water, about 30 minutes before breakfast.

This medication should not be used in patients who have allergic reactions to α-lipoic acid or other excipients. Additionally, due to the lack of clinical experience regarding safety and efficacy in children and adolescents, it should not be administered in these age groups. While taking this medication, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may occur rarely. Allergic reactions such as skin rashes, hives, and itching may also happen. There is a rare possibility of symptoms of hypoglycemia such as dizziness, sweating, headache, and vision problems due to lowered blood sugar. There have also been reports of taste disturbances affecting the sense of taste. Individuals who frequently consume alcohol may be at risk of worsening nerve damage symptoms, therefore should avoid alcohol to maintain the effectiveness of this medication. Alcohol consumption should be avoided during treatment and during any washout period. This medication may reduce the effectiveness of certain anticancer drugs like cisplatin; therefore, it is advisable not to take them together. When taking medications containing metals such as iron or magnesium, or calcium-rich foods like milk, the absorption of the drug may be hindered, so they should be taken at different times. When taken with diabetic medications or insulin, it may lower blood sugar further, so blood sugar levels should be checked frequently and hypoglycemic symptoms should be monitored. If necessary, the dosage of diabetic medications may need to be adjusted. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use this medication cautiously after consulting a physician, due to insufficient information regarding its safety. In case of overdose, severe intoxication symptoms may occur, leading to perilous conditions such as impaired consciousness, seizures, hypoglycemia, and multi-organ failure. If an overdose is suspected, you should seek appropriate treatment at a hospital immediately. This medication should not be stored at temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and should be kept in a safe place out of the reach of children. Additionally, transferring the medication to another container is not beneficial for maintaining quality, so it should be avoided.

• nausea
• vomiting
• gastrointestinal pain
• diarrhea
• skin rash
• hives
• itching
• dizziness
• sweating
• headache

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture and should be stored in a sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its effectiveness.

Appearance

Green, rectangular, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30T/bottle 100T/bottle