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Gasron Tablet 4mg (Irsogladine Maleate)

Gasron Tablet 4mg (Irsogladine Maleate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Irsogladine Maleate›4mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Taejun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200700633 · Approved 2007.01.17 · Insurance code 650100040

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.) in gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Use as follows for each condition. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. 1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1~2 divided doses daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Taejun Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.) in gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers

  • Gastric ulcers
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is used to treat gastric ulcers and helps improve conditions such as erosion, bleeding, redness, and swelling of the gastric mucosa that occur during exacerbation of acute gastritis and chronic gastritis. Therefore, it protects the gastric mucosa and helps recover damaged areas, improving gastric health.

How to take

Adult dose

Use as follows for each condition. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. 1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1~2 divided doses daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, and should not be used by patients with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. When taking this medication, side effects such as liver function abnormalities, constipation, rash, itching, and diarrhea may occur, so patients should closely monitor their condition. In particular, liver function test results may increase, so regular testing may be required. Elderly patients may have diminished bodily functions, so it should be initiated at a low dose while closely monitoring their condition. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits outweigh the risks, as safety during pregnancy is still not confirmed. Lactating women should avoid using this medication if possible, or if it is necessary, they should stop breastfeeding since it may be partially excreted in breast milk. Caution is required as the safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently confirmed. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not advisable for quality maintenance and safety reasons.

Side effects

  • Liver dysfunction
  • increased ALT (GPT)
  • increased AST (GOT)
  • constipation
  • rash
  • itching
  • diarrhea
  • increased ALP
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • erythema
  • eczema
  • polymorphous light eruption
  • angioedema
  • chest tightness
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal distention
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • increased serum Cl
  • leukocytosis
  • increased BUN
  • increased total bilirubin
  • positive occult blood
  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • upper abdominal pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • increased SGPT
  • increased SGOT
  • duodenitis
  • hematochezia
  • acute cholecystitis
  • cholangiocarcinoma
  • worsening of malignant neoplasm
  • palpitations
  • brain metastasis
  • heartburn
  • hematemesis
  • belching
  • fatty liver
  • abdominal pain
  • edema
  • worsening cough
  • upper respiratory infection
  • joint abnormalities
  • headache

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. The recommended storage temperature is between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the medication’s efficacy and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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