Daewoong Biotech Thioctic Acid HR Tablet 600 mg

Adult dose

Adults: Take 600 milligrams of thioctic acid once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

This drug contains the ingredient α-lipoic acid, and should not be used by patients who are allergic to this ingredient or the excipients of the drug. Additionally, there is insufficient clinical experience regarding safety and efficacy in children and adolescents, therefore it should not be administered to children or adolescents. While taking this medication, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may occasionally occur, so caution is necessary. Allergic reactions such as rashes, hives, and itching may occur rarely on the skin, so if any unusual symptoms appear, consult a doctor immediately. This drug may lower blood glucose levels, which can result in hypoglycemic symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, headaches, and vision impairment, hence diabetic patients should exercise particular caution. Occasional taste changes may occur, and it is important to report such changes. It is important to avoid alcohol consumption during treatment, as alcohol can increase the risk of nerve damage and decrease the effectiveness of the drug. This medication may reduce the effectiveness of the specific anticancer drug cisplatin, so if taken together, it should be reported to a doctor. Taking medications or foods containing iron, magnesium, or calcium at the same time may interfere with the absorption of the drug, so it is advisable to space them apart. When taken with insulin or other glucose-lowering agents, blood sugar may drop too low, so it is necessary to frequently monitor blood sugar in the early stages of treatment and adjust the dose if necessary. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should determine the use of this drug after consulting a doctor thoroughly. In cases of overdose, severe poisoning symptoms may occur, such as altered consciousness, general convulsions, hypoglycemia, and multi-organ failure, so if suspected, immediate medical treatment should be sought. This medication should not be stored at temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and should be kept in a safe place out of reach of children, preferably in its original container to maintain quality.

• Nausea
• vomiting
• gastrointestinal pain
• diarrhea
• skin rash
• hives
• itching
• dizziness due to low blood sugar levels
• sweating
• headache

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Additionally, it is important to maintain a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius while storing the drug. This will help safely maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

Green, oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle