Epeirin Plus Tablet

Adult dose

Ages 15 and older: 1 tablet per dose, taken 3 times a day after meals 30 minutes. Dosing interval is 4 hours.

Child dose

Ages 8 to less than 11 years: 1/2 tablet per dose. Ages 11 to less than 15 years: 2/3 tablet per dose.

This medication may cause liver damage in those who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol a day, so it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist. Additionally, the acetaminophen component in this medication can rarely cause serious skin reactions, so if you experience any rashes or unusual symptoms, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. The maximum daily dose of acetaminophen is 4,000 mg, and care should be taken not to exceed the total dose when taking this medication along with other products. Those who have an allergy to this medication or have previously displayed hypersensitivity to this or similar ingredients should avoid taking it. Individuals with a history of asthma or infants under three months old, as well as those with specific genetic metabolic disorders, should also not take this medication. Furthermore, if you are currently taking or have recently discontinued certain medications such as antidepressants or antipsychotics, you must consult a professional before taking this medication. It is safest not to take this medication simultaneously with cough medicines, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Children infected with chickenpox or influenza, especially those under 15 years old, must consult a physician before taking this medication, and special care is required for children under 2 years old. Those with allergic predispositions or chronic conditions including liver, kidney, heart, thyroid issues, diabetes, hypertension, gastrointestinal diseases, elderly individuals, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult a professional before taking this medication. If you experience rashes, itching, vomiting, swelling, dizziness, or insomnia during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult healthcare personnel. Especially if serious symptoms such as hives, difficulty breathing, severe skin rashes, jaundice, coughing, and difficulty breathing occur, seek emergency treatment promptly. This medication must be taken according to the prescribed dosage and duration, and caution is needed to avoid prolonged use. When administering to children, parental supervision is necessary, and it is advisable to avoid alcohol during use. Since the metabolism of acetaminophen may be delayed when taken with certain medications, it is crucial to consult a professional about concomitant medications. Coinciding the use of this medication with certain antibiotics may rarely induce metabolic acidosis, so caution is needed, and if unusual symptoms are suspected, stop taking it immediately. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a tightly closed container away from direct sunlight in a cool, dry place, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa → severe skin abnormal reactions
• Asthma
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Coughing, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by fever → respiratory issues

Mild side effects

• Rash
• redness
• itching
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• constipation
• swelling
• dizziness
• anxiety

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other products containing acetaminophen, MAO inhibitors (such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, anti-Parkinson medications), cough suppressants and expectorants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines (oral medications for rhinitis, motion sickness, allergy medications). Also, do not take with diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroids, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants.

Food interactions

Do not consume alcohol while taking this medication.

This medication should be kept in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering, and it is best stored at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Keeping it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

Yellow round tablet

Package unit

60 tablets/bottle