Benfokyu Tablet

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet once daily after meals.

Child dose

Children over 12 years old: Take 1 tablet once daily after meals.

This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia or sarcoidosis, a systemic inflammatory disease of unknown cause, or by individuals with kidney disease. Patients who have allergic reactions to any of the components in this medication or have kidney stones should also avoid taking it. During treatment, do not take this medication in conjunction with specific drugs such as phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracyclines, antacids, or levodopa. Patients currently under treatment, children exposed to a lot of sunlight, pregnant or breastfeeding women, premature infants, and infants must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Individuals with peptic ulcers or chronic ulcerative colitis, cardiac or circulatory dysfunction, kidney impairment, hypoalbuminemia, gout, or a history of kidney stones should also consult a specialist before taking it. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash, hair loss, gastrointestinal disturbances, hypotension, or pulmonary edema occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare provider. Additionally, the medication should be stopped if menstrual changes or bleeding persist. There is an increased risk of thrombosis when taking oral contraceptives containing estrogen, so caution is needed. Long-term high-dose use may lead to tolerance, and concurrent use with certain vitamins or minerals may result in nerve damage or hematological abnormalities. High-dose administration may cause side effects such as worsened peptic ulcers, impaired glucose control, liver damage, and edema, so caution is advised. Due to drug interactions, the risk of hyperkalemia may increase when used in combination with certain diuretics. Consult a healthcare provider immediately if symptoms do not improve after overdose or use for more than one month. The prescribed dosage and administration must be strictly followed, and when administering to children, parental supervision is required. This medication may affect urinalysis results, and it is recommended to avoid consuming tannin-containing beverages such as green tea or black tea before and after taking it.

Serious side effects

Pulmonary edema, edema

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• discomfort
• constipation
• rash
• erythema
• loose stools
• dermatitis
• unpleasant odor in sweat or breath

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to safely preserve the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Red oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

Company packaging unit