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Angelique Tablets

Angelique Tablets

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Drospirenone›2mg / 1 tabletEstradiol Hemihydrate›1.033mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
바이엘코리아(주)
Appearance
Red film-coated tablet, round and biconvex on both sides
Packaging
28 tablets/PTP
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200801540 · Approved 2008.02.04 · Insurance code 641100700

Summary

Main use
Improvement of estrogen deficiency and prevention of osteoporosis after menopause
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
This medication is administered orally at a dosage of one tablet daily without interruption. It can be swallowed whole with water, irrespective of food intake. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day. In case of a missed dose, take it as soon as possible. If it has been more than 24 hours since the dose was missed, there is no need to take an additional dose. After finishing one pack, continue with the next pack without a break.
Child dose
This medication is not to be used in children and adolescents.

Ingredients

Importer
바이엘코리아(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of estrogen deficiency and prevention of osteoporosis after menopause

  • Estrogen deficiency
  • osteoporosis
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This medication is used as hormone replacement therapy to relieve symptoms due to estrogen deficiency in women who have passed one year after menopause. It is also used to reduce fracture risk in postmenopausal women who need prevention of osteoporosis but cannot use other medications. Therefore, it is effective for the treatment of a healthy life in postmenopausal women.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally at a dosage of one tablet daily without interruption. It can be swallowed whole with water, irrespective of food intake. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day. In case of a missed dose, take it as soon as possible. If it has been more than 24 hours since the dose was missed, there is no need to take an additional dose. After finishing one pack, continue with the next pack without a break.

Child dose

This medication is not to be used in children and adolescents.

Precautions

This medicine is not used to prevent coronary artery disease and should be used with caution as it may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, breast cancer, and thrombosis during treatment. During hormone replacement therapy, the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as thrombosis, myocardial infarction, and stroke may increase, so those at risk of thrombotic diseases should be closely monitored. Long-term use of this medication may increase the risk of malignant tumors such as breast cancer, endometrial cancer, and ovarian cancer, so regular breast examinations and endometrial assessments should be performed with caution. This medication should not be taken in cases of undiagnosed genital bleeding, history of breast cancer, endometrial cancer, or other specific cancers, or in the presence of a history of thrombosis or active cardiovascular diseases, or severe liver or kidney dysfunction. Caution is advised in patients with certain conditions such as myomas, hypertension, diabetes, liver disease, and migraines, which have been experienced previously, and it should be administered carefully with close observation of the condition. Side effects such as breast pain, genital bleeding, abdominal pain, weight changes, headache, increased blood pressure, etc., may occur; if there are abnormal symptoms, consult a medical professional immediately. This medication should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and should also be avoided in patients with severe liver dysfunction. During treatment, regular health check-ups and clinical tests including blood pressure, liver function, and blood potassium levels should be performed, and treatment should be stopped immediately if any unusual symptoms occur, following a doctor's instructions. Additionally, this medication may interact with some drugs, so if taking other medications, it is essential to inform and consult with a healthcare provider.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, coughing with fever, respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

  • Breast pain
  • female genital bleeding
  • gastrointestinal and abdominal pain
  • weakness
  • localized swelling
  • generalized edema
  • fatigue
  • abnormal laboratory test results
  • increased sweating
  • chills
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  • depression
  • mood swings
  • nervousness
  • emotional instability
  • sleep disorders
  • decreased libido
  • migraine
  • flushing
  • dizziness
  • concentration impairment
  • sensory disturbances
  • vertigo
  • anemia
  • hypertension
  • palpitations
  • varicose veins
  • superficial thrombophlebitis
  • vasodilation
  • nausea
  • increased appetite

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best stored at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Red film-coated tablet, round and biconvex on both sides

Package unit

28 tablets/PTP

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.