Efel Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Eperisone Hydrochloride, take 50 mg orally three times a day after meals. Adjust dosage as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergic reactions or severe muscle weakness symptoms. Additionally, it contains lactose and should not be administered to patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. Patients with a history of drug allergies or liver function problems should use this medication with caution, as liver function may deteriorate and monitoring is necessary. While taking this medication, rare occurrences of shock or abnormal reactions related to the liver, kidneys, and blood can arise, so if symptoms appear, administration should be immediately discontinued, and appropriate treatment should be provided. Various side effects such as skin rash, itching, insomnia, drowsiness, headaches, indigestion, urinary issues can occur, so careful observation of the condition is required. Serious skin symptoms like toxic epidermal necrolysis may also occur, so if symptoms such as fever, blisters, or eye redness appear, administration should be stopped immediately. If fatigue, staggering, or drowsiness occurs during administration, it may be necessary to reduce or discontinue the medication dosage. This medication may cause drowsiness or decreased concentration, so dangerous activities like driving or operating machinery should be avoided. If taken with other muscle relaxants, side effects may occur; therefore, consultation with a doctor before use is necessary. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only take this medication when absolutely necessary, as its safety has not been established, and nursing mothers should avoid administration or discontinue breastfeeding. There is limited safety experience in children, so caution is needed. In elderly individuals, special care is required as physical functions may decline, and dosage adjustments may be necessary.

Serious side effects

Shock, liver dysfunction (increased ALT, AST, ALP), kidney issues (proteinuria, increased BUN), anemia, anaphylactic reactions (hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor), angioedema, toxic epidermal necrolysis and mucocutaneous-eye syndrome (severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa).

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• limb paralysis
• body stiffness
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in an airtight container and kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps to maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle