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Viamon Tablet (Limaprost Alfa-Dex)

Viamon Tablet (Limaprost Alfa-Dex)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Limaprost Alfadex›166.67μg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daewoong Bio Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
84 tablets/Alu-Alu (21 tablets/Alu-Alu X 4)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201405587 · Approved 2014.11.27 · Insurance code 694000760

Summary

Main use
Improvement of symptoms and walking ability in lumbar spinal stenosis; improvement of ischemic symptoms of Buerger’s disease
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1. For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness due to thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger's disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets per dose, 3 times daily orally. 2. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower limb pain and numbness) and walking ability due to acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (in patients with a normal SLR test and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet per dose, 3 times daily orally. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewoong Bio Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of symptoms and walking ability in lumbar spinal stenosis; improvement of ischemic symptoms of Buerger’s disease

  • Ulcers
  • pain
  • cold sensation
  • lower limb pain
  • lower limb numbness
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This medicine helps improve ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and cold sensations caused by occlusive thromboangiitis, also known as Buerger's disease. It is also used to alleviate subjective symptoms such as lower limb pain and numbness in patients with acquired lumbar spinal canal stenosis and to enhance walking ability. In other words, this drug contributes to making patients' daily lives more comfortable by improving blood circulation problems and nerve-related symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

1. For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness due to thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger's disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets per dose, 3 times daily orally. 2. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower limb pain and numbness) and walking ability due to acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (in patients with a normal SLR test and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet per dose, 3 times daily orally. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This drug should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This drug contains lactose, thus it should not be used by patients with a genetic condition that prevents them from digesting lactose. Caution should be taken when using this drug in patients with a tendency to bleed or those taking anticoagulants. Allergic reactions such as rashes or itching may occur while using this drug, so immediate discontinuation is required if these symptoms appear. Bleeding may occur rarely; patients should stop taking the medication and consult a doctor if bleeding symptoms appear. Digestive discomfort may arise, such as diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and heartburn. It may affect liver function, leading to elevated liver enzymes, thus regular monitoring is needed. Rapid heartbeat or low blood pressure symptoms may rarely appear, so caution is necessary. Other symptoms such as headaches, facial flushing, dizziness, warmth, fatigue, swelling, tremors, increased body hair, and anemia may also occur. Patients with lumbar spinal canal stenosis should closely monitor their symptoms when deciding to continue this medication. Animal studies during pregnancy reported uterine contractions, indicating that it may not be safe for pregnant individuals. Safety in children has not been confirmed, so it is advisable not to use it in children. Elderly individuals may have reduced body function, necessitating caution such as dose reductions when using this medication. Healthy adults may experience temporary low blood pressure when administering large amounts, so caution is necessary.

Side effects

  • Rash
  • itching
  • bleeding
  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • abdominal discomfort
  • abdominal pain
  • loss of appetite
  • heartburn
  • vomiting
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  • abdominal bloating
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • palpitations
  • cyanosis of limbs
  • hypotension
  • headache
  • facial flushing
  • dizziness
  • fever
  • general malaise
  • edema
  • mammary gland swelling
  • body tremors
  • hirsutism
  • anemia

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

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage helps maintain the efficacy of the medication for an extended period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

84 tablets/Alu-Alu (21 tablets/Alu-Alu X 4)

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