Sapofen Tablets (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride: 100 mg orally, three times a day after meals. Adjust as needed according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with bleeding, as it may worsen the bleeding. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should avoid taking this medication, as it may harm the fetus. Patients with hereditary lactose intolerance, lactose enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medication. Patients who are menstruating or have tendencies to bleed, as well as those taking anticoagulants or antiplatelets, should take this medication with caution due to the increased risk of bleeding. Patients with severely impaired renal function and the elderly should use this medication carefully, as it may affect drug excretion from the body. During the course of taking this medication, symptoms of bleeding, liver dysfunction, and blood abnormalities should be closely monitored; if any abnormal symptoms appear, immediately discontinue use and consult a doctor. Various side effects such as skin rash, itching, gastrointestinal symptoms (vomiting, abdominal pain, etc.), palpitations, drowsiness, and headache may occur, and patients should report any such symptoms. Regular blood tests are recommended during the course of this medication to detect adverse reactions early. Taking this medication with other anticoagulants or antiplatelets may increase the risk of bleeding, so consultation with healthcare professionals is essential before combined use. Women who are breastfeeding should preferably avoid this medication as it may be secreted in breast milk; if unavoidable, breastfeeding should be suspended. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established; therefore, it is advisable not to use it in children. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is safer not to transfer it to other containers.

Serious side effects

Bleeding tendency (gastrointestinal bleeding, cerebral hemorrhage, subcutaneous bleeding), agranulocytosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, acute hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, urticaria

Mild side effects

• Vomiting
• stomatitis
• nausea
• foreign body sensation (esophagus)
• heartburn
• abdominal pain
• constipation
• loss of appetite
• abdominal bloating
• diarrhea

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle