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Trimend (Trimebutine Maleate)

Trimend (Trimebutine Maleate)

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Trimebutine Maleate›150mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)이든파마
Appearance
White round tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 1000 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/PPT, 100 tablets/PPT [(10 tablets/PPTx10)], 200 tablets/PPT [((10 tablets/PPTx10)x2)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201404706 · Notified 2014.10.14 · Insurance code 628900220

Summary

Main use
Improvement of reflux esophagitis and gastrointestinal disturbances (abdominal pain, indigestion), relief of irritable bowel syndrome, treatment of pediatric vomiting and gastrointestinal disorders.
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As trimethobenzamide maleate, 100-200mg orally three times daily before meals. Adjust as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)이든파마

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of reflux esophagitis and gastrointestinal disturbances (abdominal pain, indigestion), relief of irritable bowel syndrome, treatment of pediatric vomiting and gastrointestinal disorders.

  • Reflux esophagitis
  • hiatal hernia
  • gastritis
  • gastric and duodenal ulcers
  • abdominal pain
  • indigestion
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • irritable bowel syndrome
  • spastic colon
  • habitual vomiting
  • non-infectious gastrointestinal passage disorders
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This medication helps improve symptoms such as abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, and vomiting caused by gastrointestinal dysfunctions like reflux esophagitis, hiatal hernia, gastritis, and ulcers. It also alleviates symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and spastic colon, and is used to treat habitual vomiting and non-infectious gastrointestinal passage disorders such as constipation and diarrhea in children. Thus, it contributes to improving the quality of life for patients with various gastrointestinal diseases.

How to take

Adult dose

As trimethobenzamide maleate, 100-200mg orally three times daily before meals. Adjust as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication may affect the digestive system and can rarely cause constipation or diarrhea, bowel sounds, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, dry mouth, or a feeling of numbness in the mouth. Note that symptoms of rapid heartbeat may occur infrequently. It may also affect the psychiatric and nervous systems, causing fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness, lethargy, and headaches. Caution is advised for those with liver health issues, as it may affect liver function and increase liver enzyme levels. Allergic reactions, such as skin rashes, may occur rarely; if these symptoms appear, discontinue the medication and consult a doctor. The safety of this medication during pregnancy has not been fully established, so pregnant or potentially pregnant women should only use it when the benefits of treatment are deemed greater than the risks. Breastfeeding women should also avoid this medication if safety has not been established; if it is necessary, discontinuing breastfeeding is advised. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with hereditary problems digesting lactose should not take it. Particularly, those with conditions such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not use this medication.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Constipation
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal distension
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • digestive disorders
  • dry mouth
  • oral numbness
  • palpitations
  • fatigue
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  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • lethargy
  • headaches
  • increased GOT
  • increased GPT
  • rash.

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air ingress, and it is best stored at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 1000 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/PPT, 100 tablets/PPT [(10 tablets/PPTx10)], 200 tablets/PPT [((10 tablets/PPTx10)x2)]

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.