Levoserin Tablet (Levomepromazine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 25 mg of levosulpiride orally 3 times daily before meals.

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant, possibly pregnant, or breastfeeding. In patients with gastrointestinal bleeding or disturbances, the gastrointestinal motility stimulating effects of this medication can be harmful and it should not be administered. Patients with specific tumors, such as pheochromocytoma, should not use this medication due to the risk of increased blood pressure. Patients who have an allergic reaction to this medication or cannot tolerate it should avoid taking it. This medication is not suitable for patients with poor liver function or in the manic phase of bipolar disorder. Patients with breast-related conditions should be cautious as this medication can increase prolactin secretion which may cause breast abnormalities. Patients with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should avoid taking this medication due to the lactose it contains. Patients with hypertension should use this medication cautiously, and special attention should be exercised in dosing and administration for children and the elderly as they may experience side effects more readily. This medication may cause amenorrhea or excessive lactation, as well as gynecomastia due to endocrine disturbances, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, use should be stopped immediately. Symptoms such as movement disorders, tongue protrusion, and anxiety may rarely occur, and the medication should be discontinued if these symptoms appear. Prolonged use may lead to involuntary movements around the mouth, which can persist even after discontinuation of the medication. Gastrointestinal side effects such as dry mouth, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation may occur. Cardiac-related side effects such as hypertension or arrhythmias may also occur, requiring caution. Rarely, a serious side effect known as neuroleptic malignant syndrome may occur, and immediate discontinuation of the medication and medical attention is required in such cases. If skin rashes or swelling appear, the medication should be discontinued, and symptoms such as flushing, lethargy, insomnia, drowsiness, dizziness, unsteadiness, erectile dysfunction may occasionally occur. It is advisable to avoid driving or operating machinery that requires attention during the use of this medication. Interactions may occur when taken with other medications, especially caution should be taken when used concurrently with anticholinergics, analgesics, digitalis preparations, and other neuroleptics. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication as its safety for the fetus or newborn has not been established. The elderly should be cautious of the potential for prolonged drug presence in the body due to decreased renal function, necessitating monitoring for side effects and possible dose adjustments. This medication can suppress vomiting, so it should be used with caution based on the cause of vomiting, and animal studies have reported it may affect reproductive functions. Long-term high-dose use of this medication may increase the risk of tumors of the pituitary or breast tissue, hence caution is warranted.

• Amenorrhea
• galactorrhea
• gynecomastia
• tremor
• tongue twisting
• anxiety
• involuntary movements around the mouth
• thirst
• heartburn
• nausea

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, therefore it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to safely preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White circular tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle