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Toconesium Soft Capsule

Toconesium Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Tocopherol Acetate›500mg / 1 capsuleMagnesium Oxide›250mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
동방에프티엘(주)
Appearance
A reddish-brown oblong soft capsule containing a yellowish oily substance
Packaging
10 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*1], 60 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*6], 120 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*6*2]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200905562 · Notified 2009.07.17

Summary

Main use
Relief of peripheral circulatory disorders (such as shoulder and neck stiffness, numbness in the extremities) and muscle cramps
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Aged 12 years and older: Take 1 capsule twice a day

Ingredients

Manufacturer
동방에프티엘(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of peripheral circulatory disorders (such as shoulder and neck stiffness, numbness in the extremities) and muscle cramps

  • Shoulder stiffness
  • neck stiffness
  • numbness in hands and feet
  • cold extremities
  • muscle cramps
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This medication helps to provide vitamin E for elderly individuals and is used to alleviate symptoms such as shoulder and neck stiffness, numbness in the hands and feet, and cold extremities that occur during menopause. It is also effective in improving muscle cramps caused by magnesium deficiency. Therefore, it helps to facilitate blood circulation and supports muscle health.

How to take

Adult dose

Aged 12 years and older: Take 1 capsule twice a day

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to certain ingredients or have had hypersensitive reactions. Infants under 12 months or patients with severe kidney dysfunction should also avoid this medication. Those allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should avoid this medication as well. It is important not to take this medication together with phosphates, calcium supplements, tetracycline antibiotics, or antacids. Women who are receiving medical treatment, pregnant, or breastfeeding should consult a professional before taking this medication if they have heart or kidney issues. Patients with hypoproteinemia or disorders in fat metabolism should also use this medication cautiously. This medication contains a dye called Red 40; caution is advised for those allergic to this ingredient. If symptoms such as gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, rash, irregular heartbeats, or central nervous system depression occur during use, discontinue immediately and consult a professional. Women should be cautious as menstrual changes or prolonged bleeding may occur. There is an increased risk of thrombosis when combined with oral contraceptives and vitamin E, so caution is needed. In case of overdose, symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, edema, and heart failure, so the dosage guidelines must be strictly adhered to. Caution is also required when taken with aldosterone antagonists or triamterene due to the risk of hyperkalemia. If symptoms do not improve after one month of use, it is advisable to consult with a professional. Always adhere to the prescribed dosage and frequency, and it is advised to avoid teas containing tannins such as green tea or black tea before and after consumption. Patients with fat metabolism disorders should regularly check their blood lipid levels and adjust their medication dosages accordingly. When used with other intravenous lipid medications, dosage adjustments should be made considering the lipid content in this medication. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight in a sealed container. Additionally, to prevent misuse and maintain the quality of the medication, it is important not to transfer it to another container from its original packaging.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Failure contraction (cardiac arrest), central nervous system dysfunction

Mild side effects

Gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, rash, redness, red spots, menstrual changes (e.g., earlier than expected menstruation or prolonged bleeding), nausea, vomiting, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, edema, hyperkalemia

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium supplements, oral tetracycline preparations, or antacids. Consult with a doctor or pharmacist when using it alongside oral contraceptives containing estrogen, aldosterone antagonists, triamterene, or injectable lipid medications.

Food interactions

This medication should avoid being taken with teas that contain tannins, such as green tea and black tea, during or before and after consumption.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a sealed container. The appropriate storage temperature is between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A reddish-brown oblong soft capsule containing a yellowish oily substance

Package unit

10 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*1], 60 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*6], 120 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*6*2]

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