Epira Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Eperisone hydrochloride 50mg orally after meals three times a day. Adjust the dose appropriately based on age and symptoms.

This medication should never be administered to certain patients. For instance, it should not be used in patients who are allergic to this drug or have myasthenia gravis. Additionally, patients with genetic disorders that prevent the breakdown of lactose should not take this medicine. When using this drug, particular caution should be exercised in patients with drug hypersensitivity or liver function issues. Liver function may deteriorate, so the state should be closely monitored. Rarely, during the use of this medication, side effects such as shock or abnormalities in liver and kidney functions, anemia, etc., may appear. Various symptoms including skin rash or itching, neurological symptoms, digestive disturbances, urinary problems, and generalized weakness may occur, so careful monitoring is necessary. If serious skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, appear, the medication should be discontinued immediately and medical advice should be sought. Drowsiness, weakness, or unsteadiness may occur during the use of this medication, so if these symptoms arise, the dosage should be reduced or discontinued. Additionally, since attention and reflex abilities may decrease, it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. Caution is necessary when taking this medication in combination with other muscle relaxants, as side effects may be exacerbated. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only take this medication when the benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been established. Nursing mothers should avoid taking this medication if possible, and if unavoidable, discontinuing breastfeeding is preferable. The safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so it should be used with caution due to limited experience.

Serious side effects

Shock (severe allergic reaction), anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction), angioedema (severe swelling), toxic epidermal necrolysis and mucosal-skin-eye syndrome (severe skin reactions), severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, liver function abnormalities (potential jaundice due to elevated ALT, AST, ALP), proteinuria, elevated BUN (kidney abnormalities), anemia (blood abnormalities).

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• limb paralysis
• stiffness of the body
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that does not allow air to pass through, and it is best to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer time.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle