Modena Capsule

Adult dose

Aged 15 years and older: 2 capsules at a time, three times a day after meals for 30 minutes.

Child dose

Aged 7 years and older - under 15 years: 1 capsule at a time, three times a day after meals for 30 minutes. Pediatric (under 7 years): Not to be administered.

This medication may put a strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. If severe rashes, blisters, itching, or other unusual reactions occur while taking this medication, immediate discontinuation and consultation with a specialist is necessary. This medication contains acetaminophen, and exceeding the maximum daily dosage may cause liver damage, so it should not be taken with other products containing acetaminophen. Individuals with a history of allergy to this medication or its ingredients, or those who have experienced respiratory issues like asthma when taking medications in the past, should not take this medication. Infants under three months old should not take this medication, and those already taking specific antidepressants or antipsychotics should avoid using it. During treatment with this medication, it is advisable not to take cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Particularly, children, the elderly, individuals with liver, kidney, or heart diseases, and women who are pregnant or nursing should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before use. If symptoms such as rash, vomiting, dizziness, severe hives, breathing difficulties, or jaundice occur while taking this medication, immediately discontinue use and consult healthcare professionals. When giving this medication to children, it should be done under the supervision of a guardian, and should not be administered to children under two years of age unless in special circumstances. Adhere to the prescribed usage and dosage, avoid prolonged use, refrain from alcohol during treatment, and be cautious of drowsiness potentially affecting driving or operating machinery. Also, be careful as using this medication with certain diuretics or medications containing licorice may lead to muscle weakness due to changes in potassium levels in the blood. When taken with certain antibiotics, metabolic acidosis may occur rarely, so immediate consultation with a specialist is recommended if related symptoms are suspected. Lastly, this medication should be stored out of reach of children in a cool and dry place, and not transferred to another container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, cold sweats, paleness → severe allergic reactions.
• Severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mouth/eye mucosa accompanied by high fever → severe skin reactions.
• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever → respiratory problems.
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver issues (jaundice).
• Significantly reduced urine output.

Mild side effects

Rash/redness, itching, nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, swelling, difficulty urinating, thirst (persistent or severe), dizziness, anxiety, tremors, insomnia, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with oral medications containing cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. If taken with diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroids, potassium-containing preparations, medications containing licorice, glycyrrhizic acid or its salts, loop diuretics, or thiazide diuretics, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Food interactions

Do not consume alcohol while taking this medication.

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering, ideally at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Such storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

A white hard capsule containing brown powder

Package unit

10 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP)]