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Revama Tablets (Rebamipide)

Revama Tablets (Rebamipide)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Rebamipide›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
미래바이오제약(주)
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201301227 · Approved 2013.01.14 · Insurance code 657502430

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric ulcers and gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1 tablet (100 mg of Rebamipide) is orally administered three times a day, in the morning, evening, and before bedtime. 1 tablet (100 mg of Rebamipide) is orally administered three times a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
미래바이오제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric ulcers and gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, etc.)

  • Gastric ulcers
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is used for the treatment of gastric ulcers. It also helps improve lesions such as erosion, bleeding, redness, and swelling of the gastric mucosa during acute exacerbations of acute and chronic gastritis. Thus, it is effective in reducing inflammation and damage to the stomach and protecting the mucosa to alleviate symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

1 tablet (100 mg of Rebamipide) is orally administered three times a day, in the morning, evening, and before bedtime. 1 tablet (100 mg of Rebamipide) is orally administered three times a day.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to the ingredients. This medication contains lactose, so patients with genetic lactose intolerance should not take it. During the treatment with this medication, there may be a decrease in white blood cell and platelet counts, so it is important to regularly monitor the condition with blood tests. There may be issues with liver function, so if there are any abnormal changes in liver function tests, the use should be discontinued immediately and a doctor's consultation should be sought. Rarely, allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itching may occur, so if any of these symptoms arise, stop taking this medication and consult a healthcare professional. Neurological symptoms like dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea are possible gastrointestinal symptoms. Changes in the white blood cell or granulocyte counts in the blood may occur, so report any unusual symptoms to a healthcare professional. In women, symptoms such as breast pain or swelling, menstrual irregularities, increased heart rate, fever, or flushing may also occur. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of taking this medication, and nursing mothers are advised to avoid it. The safety of this medication has not been sufficiently confirmed for children, so caution is needed when using it in this population. Elderly individuals may have weakened physical functions and should be particularly careful with gastrointestinal side effects.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Leukopenia and thrombocytopenia may occur. Caution is needed as liver dysfunction and jaundice may develop.

Mild side effects

Hypersensitivity symptoms such as rashes, itching, urticaria, and eczema may occur. Neurological symptoms like paralysis, dizziness, and drowsiness may also occur. Gastrointestinal symptoms including dry mouth, constipation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, and taste disturbances have been reported. Hematological abnormalities may include leukocyte fraction increase, reduced segmented neutrophil count, elevated lymphocytes, leukopenia, and reduced granulocytes. Other symptoms

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light and within a temperature range of 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the medication's efficacy and prevents deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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