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GigaRex Soft Capsule

GigaRex Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Carbocisteine›125mg / 1 capsuleBromhexine Hydrochloride›2mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)알피바이오
Appearance
Red oval soft capsule containing a white to light pink content
Packaging
10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP*1)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201202397 · Approved 2012.03.30

Summary

Main use
Relief of phlegm and cough
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults and children aged 15 and older: Take 2 capsules orally after meals, 3 times a day.
Child dose
Children aged 8 to 14: Take 1 capsule orally after meals, 3 times a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)알피바이오

Efficacy & effects

Relief of phlegm and cough

  • Phlegm
  • cough
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This medication is used to relieve phlegm and cough caused by respiratory diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults and children aged 15 and older: Take 2 capsules orally after meals, 3 times a day.

Child dose

Children aged 8 to 14: Take 1 capsule orally after meals, 3 times a day.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have had allergic reactions, those with ulcers in the stomach or duodenum, and children under the age of 8. It is advisable not to use this medicine together with other cough suppressants, expectorants, or cold medications during treatment. Individuals receiving treatment from a doctor or dentist, pregnant or breastfeeding women, the elderly, and those with allergic constitutions should consult a professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as rash, itching, vomiting, abdominal pain, or headache appear while taking this medication, you should immediately stop taking it and consult a professional. If severe skin reactions, difficulty breathing, or jaundice occur, you should promptly contact medical personnel. If symptoms do not improve after 3 to 4 days of taking this medication, you should definitely consult a doctor. Be sure to follow the prescribed dosage and administration, and caregivers should guide children carefully when they take this medication. Constipation or dry mouth may occur, so if these symptoms worsen, stop taking the medication and consult a professional. This medication may temporarily increase phlegm production. When storing, keep it in a tightly closed container out of the reach of children, and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Additionally, do not remove the medication from its original container and store it in another container; keep it tightly closed in the original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor
  • Severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling of the skin, pain in the oral and ocular mucosa
  • Systemic fatigue due to liver dysfunction, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • abdominal pain
  • headache
  • blood-stained sputum
  • diarrhea
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  • dry mouth
  • increased phlegm

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication together with other cough suppressants, expectorants, or cold medications.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, preferably at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way ensures the medication's effectiveness is maintained and prevents deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Red oval soft capsule containing a white to light pink content

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP*1)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.