Thioctacid Injection

Adult dosage

Administer thioctic acid 10~25mg intravenously once daily in adults, as a general rule. The dose may be adjusted according to age and symptoms.

This medication is in ampoule form, and when opening the container, glass fragments may mix with it. Care must be taken when cutting the container to avoid introducing glass fragments into the body, as this can cause side effects. Extra caution is warranted when used by children or the elderly. There has not been sufficient research on the potential side effects that may occur while using this medication. However, digestive symptoms like loss of appetite, nausea, and diarrhea may appear. Skin rashes, headaches, dizziness, and palpitations have also been reported. Elderly individuals may have diminished bodily functions, so the dosage should be reduced or administered with care. When administering this medication intravenously, it should be injected as slowly as possible to minimize the burden on the body.

• Loss of appetite
• nausea
• diarrhea
• rash
• headache
• dizziness
• palpitations

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that can block light, at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevents degradation.

Appearance

A transparent pale yellow liquid contained in a brown ampoule.

Package unit

5mL X 10 ampoules/box