Alpeson Tablet 50mg (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Administer 50 mg of Eperisone Hydrochloride orally three times a day after meals. Adjust dosage according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Firstly, individuals who have an allergic reaction to this medication should not take it. Additionally, patients with severe myasthenia gravis who have very weak muscles may be at risk if they take this medication. This medication contains lactose; therefore, patients with genetic issues relating to lactose breakdown or absorption should avoid taking it. There are patients who need to be cautious when using this medication. Patients with a history of allergic reactions to drugs or those with poor liver function should be careful when taking this medication, as there may be a risk of liver function deterioration. Serious side effects may rarely occur while taking this medication, so close monitoring is required. For example, shock symptoms may appear, and if symptoms occur, the medication should be stopped immediately, and appropriate treatment should be sought. Blood-related issues such as liver function abnormalities, kidney function abnormalities, and anemia may also occur rarely, so conditions should be carefully monitored. Symptoms such as skin rash, itching, insomnia, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may also appear. In severe cases, dangerous skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, may develop, so if symptoms such as fever, blisters, and eye redness appear, the medication should be discontinued immediately. During the use of this medication, feelings of weakness, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur; therefore, it is advisable to reduce the dosage or stop taking it if such symptoms arise. Additionally, due to potential drowsiness or decreased attention, driving or operating hazardous machinery should be avoided while taking this medication. Taking this medication with other muscle relaxants may exacerbate side effects; therefore, it is important to consult a physician or pharmacist before taking it with other medications. For women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, the safety of this medication is not established, so it should only be taken when the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks. If breastfeeding, it is advisable to avoid this medication if possible, and if it must be taken, it is preferable to discontinue breastfeeding. Lastly, the safety of this medication has not been fully established for children; therefore, use in children is not recommended. Finally, elderly individuals may have reduced physical function, so special precautions are necessary, such as reducing the dosage when taking this medication.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• elevated ALT
• elevated AST
• elevated ALP
• proteinuria
• elevated BUN
• anemia
• anaphylaxis
• angioedema
• toxic epidermal necrolysis syndrome

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• paralysis of limbs
• stiffness of the body
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air from entering, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

White round sugar-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle