Exetrase Tablet

Adult dose

It is recommended to administer 4 tablets as the initial dosage, and thereafter, the dosing interval should be at least 6 hours apart. Do not exceed a total of 16 tablets in one day. Administer at least 6 hours apart; for patients with renal impairment, extend the dosing interval. Moderate renal impairment patients should be dosed every 12 hours, while severe patients should not be dosed. Patients with liver impairment should also have an extended dosing interval or be considered with caution, especially in severe cases.

Child dose

Pediatric patients over 12 years of age should be administered the same dosage as adults.

This medicine may burden the liver; therefore, individuals who consume a lot of alcohol daily must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Additionally, very rarely, serious rashes or allergic reactions may occur on the skin; if a rash or hypersensitivity reaction occurs after taking the medication, stop immediately and consult a medical professional. This medicine contains tramadol, which may increase the risk of seizures if taken with certain antidepressants or other central nervous system drugs, so caution is advised. Patients with severe respiratory conditions are at risk of respiratory suppression; thus, these patients should only use this medication in an environment where a medical professional can respond immediately. Taking this medication with central nervous system depressants or alcohol may cause severe drowsiness, respiratory depression, and coma; hence, coadministration should be avoided, and if necessary, should only be done at the smallest dose for a short period. Care should be taken as symptoms may worsen for patients with head injuries or increased intracranial pressure when taking this medicine. This medication can lead to dependence, so long-term use requires monitoring by a healthcare professional for signs of dependence or abuse. Patients with compromised liver or kidney function must consult a doctor before taking this medication, as dosage adjustments may be necessary. Especially, this medication is not to be used in children under 12 or in teenagers under 18 who have undergone tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy. If pregnant or breastfeeding, this medication may affect the fetus or newborn, so it must be taken only after consulting a doctor. Caution is needed while driving or operating machinery as drowsiness or dizziness may occur; it should not be taken with alcohol. In cases of overdose, severe respiratory depression, seizures, liver injury, etc. may occur, so do not exceed the recommended dose and contact a medical professional immediately if any abnormal symptoms appear. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is important to keep it in a place inaccessible to others to prevent misuse or abuse.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision changes, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Loss of appetite
• insomnia
• depression
• dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• nausea
• vomiting
• constipation
• dry mouth

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air ingress, ideally at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing in this manner helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance

Pale yellow, oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle