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Alpha Uru Soft Capsule

Alpha Uru Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Ursodeoxycholic Acid›50mg / 1 capsuleThiamine Nitrate›10mg / 1 capsuleRiboflavin›5mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
대웅바이오(주)
Appearance
Orange oval soft capsule containing yellow contents
Packaging
120 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200901231 · Notified 2009.02.12

Summary

Main use
Improvement of chronic liver disease and liver function disorders (physical fatigue, general malaise, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Capsules: 1 capsule per dose, taken 3 times a day. Tablets: 1 tablet per dose, taken 3 times a day. Gel: 1 packet per dose, taken 3 times a day. Liquid: 1 bottle per dose, taken 3 times a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
대웅바이오(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of chronic liver disease and liver function disorders (physical fatigue, general malaise, etc.)

  • Chronic liver disease
  • liver function disorders
  • physical fatigue
  • general malaise
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This medication helps to improve liver function impaired by chronic liver disease. It is also used to alleviate symptoms such as physical fatigue and general malaise caused by liver dysfunction. Therefore, it is effective in restoring liver health and improving overall body condition.

How to take

Adult dose

Capsules: 1 capsule per dose, taken 3 times a day. Tablets: 1 tablet per dose, taken 3 times a day. Gel: 1 packet per dose, taken 3 times a day. Liquid: 1 bottle per dose, taken 3 times a day.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by patients with severe biliary obstruction or fulminant hepatitis, or by individuals allergic to this medication or its components. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and nursing mothers should not use this medication. Children should also refrain from using this product, as it has been reported to be harmful to fetuses in animal studies. Patients with inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease or those with calcified gallstones due to radiation should avoid taking this medication. This medication is not appropriate for patients with non-functioning gallbladders, acute cholecystitis, or kidney diseases. Patients with peptic ulcers should be cautious, as this medication may irritate the gastric mucosa and worsen symptoms. While taking this medication, it should not be combined with oral diabetes treatments such as Tolbutamide, and drugs containing cholestyramine, colestipol, activated charcoal, magnesium, and aluminum hydroxide should not be taken together, as they may interfere with the absorption of this medication. Additionally, medications that reduce cholesterol in bile or lower blood cholesterol should not be used in combination, and it is also advisable to avoid using this medication with drugs that could harm the liver. Persons with severe pancreatic diseases or gallstones should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. If gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, heartburn, or gastric discomfort develop, or if hypersensitivity reactions such as itching or rash occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. If symptoms such as general malaise, dizziness, calcification of gallstones, elevated liver enzyme levels, leukopenia, fever, cough, or breathing difficulties appear, consult a specialist immediately, and if symptoms of interstitial pneumonia such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath occur, stop taking this medication and seek medical attention. This medication must be taken according to the prescribed dosage and instructions, and if adverse reactions occur, the administration must be stopped and a specialist consulted. When storing this medication, keep it out of reach of children, and do not transfer it to another container. Ensure that it is stored tightly closed in its original container to maintain the quality of the medication and prevent misuse.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Difficulty breathing → Breathing problems

Mild side effects

Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, heartburn, gastric discomfort, itching, rash, general malaise, dizziness, calcification of gallstones, increased liver enzyme levels (ALT, ALP, AST, γ-GT), leukopenia, fever, cough, difficulty breathing, abnormal chest X-ray findings

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with oral diabetes medications (such as Tolbutamide), cholestyramine, colestipol, activated charcoal, or medications that increase cholesterol secretion from the liver (e.g., estrogen-containing oral contraceptives, clofibrate, etc.).

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with antacids containing magnesium or aluminum hydroxide.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air or moisture. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will safely preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Orange oval soft capsule containing yellow contents

Package unit

120 capsules/bottle

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