Staneptin Tablet (Tianeptine Sodium)

Adult dose

○ Adults : Administer 12.5 mg of tianeptine sodium orally before meals 3 times daily. ○ For elderly patients aged 70 years or older or patients with renal impairment, limit administration to 2 times daily. ○ Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. ○ Abrupt discontinuation of treatment should be avoided. To reduce the risk of withdrawal reactions, the dose should be gradually reduced over 7 ~ 14 days. (See “General Precautions” under Precautions for Use.)

This medication is used for the treatment of depression, and suicidal thoughts or behaviors may occur during treatment, so patients should be closely monitored, especially during the initial treatment phase. This medication should not be used in children under 15, patients with certain genetic disorders, or patients currently taking MAO inhibitors. Various side effects such as decreased appetite, nightmares, insomnia, drowsiness, headache, palpitations, and gastrointestinal disturbances may occur; if any abnormal symptoms appear, medical consultation should be sought immediately. Patients scheduled for surgery must discontinue this medication 24 to 48 hours before the surgery, and it should not be taken with alcohol or alcohol-containing medications. Do not stop taking the medication arbitrarily; if discontinuing, the dosage should be gradually reduced according to a physician's instructions. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery, as drowsiness or decreased alertness may occur. Patients with impaired kidney function or those aged 70 and above should limit the dosage and frequency, and caution is required for electrolyte imbalances such as hyponatremia. In case of overdose, severe drowsiness or coma may occur, and immediate emergency treatment is necessary. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to another container for safety.

• Loss of appetite
• hyponatremia
• nightmares
• drug abuse and dependence
• suicidal thoughts
• suicidal behavior
• confusion
• hallucinations
• insomnia
• drowsiness

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it should be kept at temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius (34 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit). This way of storage helps to maintain the efficacy of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle