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Coritusal Nose Syrup

OTC medicationSyrup경구
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›1000mg / 100mLChlorpheniramine Maleate›9mg / 100mLPseudoephedrine Hydrochloride›110mg / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
부광약품(주)
Appearance
A transparent syrup with no color or a pale yellow color and a sweet taste with a grape flavor.
Packaging
100ml
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201403633 · Notified 2014.08.05

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold symptoms (runny nose, nasal congestion, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Ages 15 years and older: 20mL Take 3-4 times a day, 30 minutes after meals and at bedtime. Dosing interval is 4 hours.
Child dose
Ages 11 years and older - under 15 years: 13.33mL Ages 7 years and older - under 11 years: 10mL Ages 3 years and older - under 7 years: 6.67mL Ages 2 years and older - under 3 years

Ingredients

Manufacturer
부광약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold symptoms (runny nose, nasal congestion, etc.)

  • Runny nose
  • nasal congestion
  • sneezing
  • sore throat
  • chills
  • fever
  • headache
  • joint pain
  • muscle aches
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This medication helps relieve various discomforts associated with cold symptoms such as a runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, sore throat, as well as chills, fever, headache, joint pain, and muscle aches. Patients should use this medication when experiencing multiple symptoms due to a cold for effective symptom relief. It helps reduce the overall discomfort of cold symptoms and aids in faster recovery.

How to take

Adult dose

Ages 15 years and older: 20mL Take 3-4 times a day, 30 minutes after meals and at bedtime. Dosing interval is 4 hours.

Child dose

Ages 11 years and older - under 15 years: 13.33mL Ages 7 years and older - under 11 years: 10mL Ages 3 years and older - under 7 years: 6.67mL Ages 2 years and older - under 3 years

Precautions

This medication may put a strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist. If severe skin rashes or blistering symptoms occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. As this medication contains acetaminophen, care should be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage, and it should not be taken with other medications containing this ingredient. Due to the presence of pseudoephedrine, if fever or small blisters appear on the skin, stop taking this medication and consult a doctor. Individuals with allergies to this medication or its components, those with a history of asthma, infants under 3 months old, those taking certain antidepressants, or those with severe hypertension or kidney disease should not take this medication. While taking this medication, be cautious not to take cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretic analgesics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Children suspected of having chickenpox or flu, individuals with specific allergic conditions, or those with liver, kidney, or heart conditions must consult a professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as rash, itching, vomiting, or dizziness occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a professional. It is advisable not to give this medication to children under 2 years old unless necessary, and to seek medical advice. Be sure to follow the prescribed dosage and instructions, avoid prolonged use, refrain from alcohol consumption, and be cautious when driving or operating machinery. When administering to children, a guardian should closely supervise, and the medication should be stored in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, cold sweat, pallor → shock (anaphylaxis) symptoms
  • Severe rashes with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, painful oral/ocular mucosa → Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis
  • Difficulty breathing or respiratory distress, asthma attacks, abnormal breathing accompanied by cough + fever → interstitial pneumonia, asthma
  • Skin or eyes turning yellow (jaundice), systemic...

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, edema, difficulty urinating, dry mouth, dizziness, anxiety, tremors, insomnia, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with MAO inhibitors (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, antiparkinsonians, etc.), cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretic analgesics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Additionally, consult a doctor or pharmacist when taking it with diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroids, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants.

Food interactions

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The appropriate storage temperature is room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Avoid extremely hot or cold locations and keep it in a cool place away from direct sunlight.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A transparent syrup with no color or a pale yellow color and a sweet taste with a grape flavor.

Package unit

100ml

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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