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Mosatan Tablets (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Mosatan Tablets (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Mosapride Citrate Dihydrate›5.29mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Celix Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White, rectangular film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200702966 · Notified 2007.03.09 · Insurance code 646200870

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms of functional dyspepsia (heartburn, nausea, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 15 mg per day of mosapride citrate anhydrous orally in 3 divided doses before or after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Celix Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms of functional dyspepsia (heartburn, nausea, etc.)

  • Functional dyspepsia
  • heartburn
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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This medication is effective when gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, nausea, and vomiting occur due to functional dyspepsia. These symptoms originate from abnormal gastric function, and this drug helps alleviate them, improving gastrointestinal health. Therefore, it is used for the relief of gastrointestinal symptoms caused by functional dyspepsia.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 15 mg per day of mosapride citrate anhydrous orally in 3 divided doses before or after meals.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used by patients with genetic conditions that cause lactose intolerance. Caution is necessary as side effects such as diarrhea, dry mouth, and fatigue may occur while taking this drug. Particularly, it may cause liver function issues; if symptoms of hepatitis or jaundice occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and a doctor consulted. Allergic reactions such as rash or hives may appear, so any skin changes should be carefully monitored. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal bloating, nausea, and vomiting may also occur; if discomfort persists, healthcare professionals should be consulted. This medication may interact with other drugs, so special care is needed when taken with anticholinergics, as the effectiveness may decrease, necessitating adjustment of the dosing interval. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication with caution, and breastfeeding mothers should preferably avoid taking it or halt breastfeeding. In children or elderly patients, the safety of this medication has not been fully established, so extra care is needed, and any unusual symptoms should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and transferring to another container is not safe and may compromise quality.

Side effects

  • Diarrhea
  • loose stools
  • dry mouth
  • fatigue
  • eosinophilia
  • increase in triglycerides
  • increase in AST
  • increase in ALT
  • increase in ALP
  • increase in γ-GTP
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  • fulminant hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • rash
  • hives
  • edema
  • leukopenia
  • abdominal distension
  • oral paralysis
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dysgeusia
  • increase in bilirubin
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • unsteadiness
  • headache
  • tremors
  • indigestion
  • excessive milk secretion
  • drowsiness

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. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage ensures the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White, rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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