AlgiCell Liquid (Sodium Alginate)

Adult dose

1. Hemostasis and improvement of symptoms in gastric and duodenal ulcers and erosive gastritis, and improvement of symptoms in gastroesophageal reflux disease: For sodium alginate, the usual dose is 1-3g (20-60mL of this medication) 3-4 times a day on an empty stomach taken orally. If oral administration is not possible, it is administered via a nasogastric tube. 2. Hemostasis during gastric biopsy bleeding: The usual dose is 0.5-1.5g (10-30mL of this medication) administered endoscopically and 1.5g (30mL of this medication) taken orally.

This medication may occasionally cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea or constipation while taking it. If these symptoms become severe or persist, it is important to stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor or dentist. Bringing the package insert of this medication during consultation can help with accurate diagnosis and prescription. Additionally, this medication may not work properly in conditions of low gastric acid, so individuals with hypochlorhydria should consider this point. This medication contains caramel, so patients with an allergy or hypersensitivity to caramel should use it with special caution.

Mild side effects

• Occasionally diarrhea
• constipation
• and other symptoms

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a closed container. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Viscous liquid of light brown color contained in aluminum foil pouches.

Package unit

20 mL/pack x 20 packs, 25 mL/pack x 20 packs, 30 mL/pack x 20 packs, 30 mL/pack x 30 packs