Medication info

Cimralite Acid

Prescription medication경구
Ingredient · strength
Sodium Picosulfate Hydrate›10mg / 16.37gLight Magnesium Oxide›3.5g / 16.37gAnhydrous Citric Acid›12g / 16.37g
Manufacturer / importer
(주)씨엠지제약
Appearance
A whitening powder with an orange flavor
Packaging
1 pouch x 3 pieces / case
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201405778 · Approved 2014.12.08

Summary

Main use
Effective as a laxative for bowel examination and surgery preparation
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Dissolve 1 pouch of this medication in one cup of water (approximately 150 mL) and stir well for 2-3 minutes. Take 1 prepared solution pouch before 8 AM on the day before the examination. An additional pouch of prepared solution should be taken 6-8 hours later.
Child dose
Ages 1-2: Take 1/4 pouch in the morning and 1/4 pouch in the afternoon on the day before the examination. Ages 2-4: Take 1/2 pouch in the morning and 1/2 pouch in the afternoon on the day before the examination. Ages 4-9: Take 1 pouch in the morning on the day before the examination.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)씨엠지제약

Efficacy & effects

Effective as a laxative for bowel examination and surgery preparation

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This medication is used to clean the bowel prior to colon X-ray or colonoscopy procedures, as well as surgeries. It aids in the removal of intestinal contents to facilitate examination or prepare for surgery.

How to take

Adult dose

Dissolve 1 pouch of this medication in one cup of water (approximately 150 mL) and stir well for 2-3 minutes. Take 1 prepared solution pouch before 8 AM on the day before the examination. An additional pouch of prepared solution should be taken 6-8 hours later.

Child dose

Ages 1-2: Take 1/4 pouch in the morning and 1/4 pouch in the afternoon on the day before the examination. Ages 2-4: Take 1/2 pouch in the morning and 1/2 pouch in the afternoon on the day before the examination. Ages 4-9: Take 1 pouch in the morning on the day before the examination.

Precautions

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which may pose a risk to individuals with phenylketonuria, a genetic disorder. Patients with allergies to this medication, compromised heart function, gastrointestinal issues, or in a state of dehydration should not use it. Patients who have recently undergone gastrointestinal surgery or have kidney or heart diseases, and those taking certain medications should use this drug with caution. Side effects such as headaches, nausea, diarrhea, and skin rash may occur; if any unusual symptoms arise, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Use of this drug before colon surgery should be approached with caution, and long-term use requires attention to fluid and electrolyte balance. This medication may affect the absorption of other oral medications, so be cautious about interactions with concurrent drugs. Its use during pregnancy is not recommended, and breastfeeding individuals should consult their doctor before use. Overdosing may lead to severe diarrhea, necessitating adequate fluid intake and appropriate treatment. It is advisable to dissolve this drug in water and consume it at a suitable temperature; use it immediately after opening and dispose of any remaining medication. Store this drug in a tightly sealed container, out of reach of children, and protect it from moisture and humidity.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Anaphylactic reactions
  • hypersensitivity reactions
  • urticaria

Mild side effects

Headache, nausea, rectal pain, vomiting, abdominal pain, aphthous intestinal ulcers, diarrhea, fecal incontinence, hyponatremia, hypokalemia, rash (erythematous, maculopapular, including purpura)

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, maintaining a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Avoid excessively hot or cold locations and keep it in a cool place away from direct sunlight.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A whitening powder with an orange flavor

Package unit

1 pouch x 3 pieces / case

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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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