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Stowon Tablets (Irsogladine Maleate)

Stowon Tablets (Irsogladine Maleate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Irsogladine Maleate›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Boryung Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201500446 · Approved 2015.01.28 · Insurance code 641906230

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.) in acute or exacerbated chronic gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Use as follows for each condition. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. 1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Boryung Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.) in acute or exacerbated chronic gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers

  • Gastric ulcers
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • reddening
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is used for the treatment of gastric ulcers and helps improve gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, reddening, swelling) during the exacerbation of acute gastritis and chronic gastritis. It thus protects the gastric mucosa and alleviates inflammation, effectively improving the patient's symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Use as follows for each condition. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to symptoms. 1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used by patients with genetic disorders that affect lactose digestion. Using this medication may cause various side effects such as liver dysfunction, constipation, rash, itching, and diarrhea, so if any abnormal symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately. Especially because liver enzyme levels may rise, it is advisable to undergo regular liver function tests. Elderly patients may have weakened physical function, so it is recommended to start with a low dose and observe their condition during treatment. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this drug after carefully weighing the benefits and risks, as its safety has not been fully established. Breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication if possible or should discontinue breastfeeding if it is taken, as the drug may pass into breast milk. The safety in children has not been sufficiently verified, so it should be used with caution. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to change it to another container as it may affect the quality.

Side effects

  • Liver dysfunction
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • constipation
  • rash
  • pruritus
  • diarrhea
  • elevated ALP
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • erythema
  • eczema
  • polymorphic light eruption
  • angioedema
  • chest tightness
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal bloating
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • elevated serum Cl
  • leukocytosis
  • elevated BUN
  • increased total bilirubin
  • positive occult blood
  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • epigastric pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • duodenitis
  • hematochezia
  • acute cholecystitis
  • cholangiocarcinoma
  • exacerbation of malignant neoplasm
  • palpitations
  • brain metastasis
  • heartburn
  • hematemesis
  • belching
  • fatty liver
  • abdominal pain
  • edema
  • exacerbated cough
  • upper respiratory infection
  • joint abnormalities
  • headache

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage ensures the safety and effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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