Furotimine Injection (Fursultiamine Hydrochloride)

Adult dosage

As fursultiamine, the typical dosage for adults is 5 to 100 mg administered subcutaneously, intramuscularly, or intravenously per day. It should be adjusted appropriately based on symptoms.

This medication is administered intravenously, and care should be taken as glass fragments may enter when opening the ampoule. Extra caution is needed when it is used in children and the elderly. It should not be used in individuals who are allergic to this drug or any of its components. Caution should be exercised when administering it to patients with a history of drug allergies. Rarely, severe side effects like shock may occur, so if symptoms such as hypotension, chest pain, or respiratory distress appear during administration, it should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be provided. If allergic reactions such as rashes occur, administration should be discontinued, and side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomatitis, diarrhea, headache, frequent urination may also occur, though rarely. To reduce vascular pain during intravenous injection, it is advisable to administer it slowly, and the remaining solution should not be reused to prevent bacterial contamination. When opening the ampoule, it should be oriented with the marked side facing up, and the opposite side should be lightly pressed to ensure a clean break. The upper part of the ampoule should be cleaned with an alcohol swab to prevent foreign contamination. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may lead to quality deterioration or accident risks.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• hypotension
• chest pain
• respiratory distress

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• stomatitis
• diarrhea
• headache
• polyuria
• vascular pain
• rash

This drug is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter. Additionally, it is important to maintain a temperature between 1°C to 30°C when storing the drug. This helps preserve the efficacy and safety of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Brown ampoule containing a colorless and transparent solution

Package unit

10mL x 10 ampoules