Eperex Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Eperisone Hydrochloride 50 mg should be taken orally three times a day after meals.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, individuals with allergies to this medication or those with severe myasthenia gravis should not take this drug. Additionally, this drug contains lactose, so it should not be given to patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose breakdown. Caution is necessary for patients who may experience hypersensitivity to the medication or have liver function issues, as this could worsen liver function. While taking this medication, various side effects may appear, so careful observation is required. Rarely, shock reactions may occur, and if symptoms appear, intake should be immediately stopped, and appropriate treatment should be sought. Abnormal liver or kidney function, as well as blood anomalies, may also occur, necessitating symptom observation. Symptoms such as skin rash or itching, insomnia, drowsiness, headaches, nausea, abdominal pain, and urinary retention may appear; occasionally systemic symptoms such as weakness or dizziness may also be experienced. If serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare provider. During treatment, drowsiness or decreased concentration may occur, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Furthermore, when using this medication alongside similar drugs, the risk of side effects may increase, so it is essential to consult with a professional. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits when using this medication, and nursing mothers should avoid taking it if possible or discontinue breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so use in children should be cautious. Older adults may have reduced physical function, so dosage adjustments may be needed.

Serious side effects

Shock (severe allergic reaction), anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction), angioedema (severe swelling), toxic epidermal necrolysis and mucocutaneous-ocular syndrome (severe skin adverse reactions), severe rash with fever, blistering, exfoliation, pain in oral/ocular mucosa

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headaches
• stiffness of the body
• tremors in limbs
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air from entering, and it is best stored at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication’s effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

For domestic use - 30 tablets/bottle, For domestic use - 500 tablets/bottle, For export - 60 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP x 6)], For export - 30 tablets/bottle, For export - 500 tablets/bottle