Medication info

Dimeran Injection (Reduced Glutathione)

Prescription medicationInjectionsExpired
Ingredient · strength
Glutathione (Reduced)›600mg / 1 vial
Manufacturer / importer
삼천당제약(주)
Appearance
A vial injection containing a freeze-dried white to milky white porous substance.
Packaging
600mg x 1 vial, 10 vials
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201404433 · Notified 2014.09.29

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.09.29. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Prevention of Neurotoxic Disorders Induced by Cisplatin
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
In severe cases, 600-1200mg is administered as an intramuscular injection or intravenous drip daily. In cases requiring treatment over several days or in mild cases, 300-600mg is administered as an intramuscular injection or intravenous drip daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
삼천당제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Prevention of Neurotoxic Disorders Induced by Cisplatin

  • Neurotoxic disorders
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Helps prevent neurotoxic disorders that can occur when using chemotherapeutic agents such as cisplatin. It is used to maintain the quality of life of patients by preventing nerve damage caused by the use of these drugs.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

In severe cases, 600-1200mg is administered as an intramuscular injection or intravenous drip daily. In cases requiring treatment over several days or in mild cases, 300-600mg is administered as an intramuscular injection or intravenous drip daily.

Precautions

This medication may rarely cause serious allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, so the patient's condition should be carefully monitored during use. If symptoms such as facial pallor, drop in blood pressure, or irregular pulse occur, administration should be stopped immediately. Additionally, hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes may occur infrequently, so it is necessary to stop use if such symptoms appear. Gastrointestinal side effects such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain may occur, and consultation with medical staff is necessary if these symptoms are present. This medication should be used immediately after preparation, as its effectiveness may diminish after some time once the solution is ready. When administering an intramuscular injection, care should be taken to avoid nerves or blood vessels, and it is advisable to alternate injection sites if injections are to be given repeatedly. Particular caution is needed when administering this medication to children or infants. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of children, and it should be kept in the original container as transferring it to another container may risk decreased quality or misuse; therefore, it must be kept in the original container with the lid tightly closed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Facial pallor, drop in blood pressure, pulse irregularities → Anaphylactic symptoms (severe allergic reactions)

Mild side effects

  • Loss of appetite
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • stomach pain
  • rash

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

Storage

Store this medication in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A vial injection containing a freeze-dried white to milky white porous substance.

Package unit

600mg x 1 vial, 10 vials

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