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Pentoknase Tablets (Calidinogenase)

Pentoknase Tablets (Calidinogenase)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Kallidinogenase›Strength being verified
Manufacturer / importer
HanKook Hyutech Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round enteric-coated film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201500288 · Approved 2015.01.20 · Insurance code 649102620

Summary

Main use
Improvement of symptoms of peripheral circulatory disorders (e.g., hypertension), menopausal disorders, and retinal and choroidal circulatory disorders
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 30-150 I.U. orally in 3 divided doses daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
HanKook Hyutech Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of symptoms of peripheral circulatory disorders (e.g., hypertension), menopausal disorders, and retinal and choroidal circulatory disorders

  • Peripheral circulation disorders
  • hypertension
  • Meniere's disease
  • thromboangiitis obliterans
  • menopausal disorders
  • and various symptoms caused by circulatory disorders of the choroid.
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This medication is primarily effective for peripheral circulation disorders such as hypertension, Meniere's disease, and thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger's disease). It also helps improve various symptoms caused by menopausal disorders and retinal blood circulation disorders. Overall, it promotes smooth blood circulation to improve these diseases and symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 30-150 I.U. orally in 3 divided doses daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This drug should not be used in patients who have just experienced a cerebrovascular hemorrhage or are actively bleeding. In addition, this drug contains lactose, therefore individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. When taking this drug, hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes or itching may occur, so if such symptoms arise, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Palpitations may also occur rarely, so caution is needed. In the gastrointestinal system, symptoms such as stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, reduced appetite, abdominal pain, and diarrhea or constipation may appear. Additionally, symptoms such as fever, headache, heavy-headedness, drowsiness, and fatigue may occur rarely. Especially for older individuals, whose body functions may be weakened, careful management such as dosage reduction should be performed when using this drug.

Side effects

  • Rash
  • itching
  • palpitations
  • upper abdominal discomfort
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • epigastric pain
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
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  • a feeling of warmth
  • headache
  • heaviness in the head
  • drowsiness
  • fatigue

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 exposure and at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the drug's efficacy and prevent deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round enteric-coated film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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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.