Medication info

Levocoh Syrup (Levodropropizine)

Prescription medicationSyrupOral
Ingredient · strength
Levodropropizine›600mg / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
IYUN Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Colorless syrup with strawberry flavor in an opaque white plastic bottle
Packaging
500mL/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201501314 · Notified 2015.03.12 · Insurance code 658603181

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 60 mg of levodropropizine orally 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.
Child dose
Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10~20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally 3 times daily. 20~30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally 3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
IYUN Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis

  • Cough
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve cough symptoms caused by acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 60 mg of levodropropizine orally 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10~20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally 3 times daily. 20~30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally 3 times daily.

Precautions

This medicine should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this medication or its components. It is also advisable not to administer this medication to individuals who produce an excessive amount of bronchial mucus. This medication should not be used in individuals with ciliopathy or similar conditions, such as Kartagener syndrome or primary ciliary dyskinesia. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as those who are nursing, should refrain from taking this medication. Patients with severely impaired liver function should also avoid using this medication. Individuals with severe heart failure or extremely poor kidney function should use this medication with caution. Elderly individuals and children under 2 years old should also be careful when taking this medication. The use of this medication can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, heartburn, indigestion, diarrhea, and vomiting. It may also affect the central nervous system, causing fatigue, lethargy, coma, headache, and dizziness. There may be symptoms of rapid heartbeat, so caution is advised. Rarely, allergic reactions may occur on the skin. Also, severe immune reactions similar to anaphylaxis have been reported in rare cases. When taking this medication, drowsiness or a semi-conscious state may occur, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. In particular, taking this medication with alcohol may worsen these symptoms. Taking this medication with sedatives may enhance its effects, so sensitive individuals should be cautious. It is safest for pregnant or nursing women not to take this medication. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may lead to accidents or deterioration of the drug's quality.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • carbon dioxide syndrome
  • dyspepsia
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • fatigue
  • functional impairment
  • half-life
  • coma
  • headache
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  • dizziness
  • palpitations
  • allergic reactions
  • anaphylactic reactions

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-protected container. Additionally, it is recommended to store it at room temperature, between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Colorless syrup with strawberry flavor in an opaque white plastic bottle

Package unit

500mL/bottle

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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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