Heptacapsule

Adult dose

Typically, 1 capsule orally after meals, 3 times a day for adults.

This medication should not be used in patients with complete biliary obstruction. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, thus it is safe not to administer it to patients with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. This medication should be administered cautiously to patients with chronic active hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, hypokalemia, severe pancreatic diseases, peptic ulcer disease, and cholelithiasis. While taking this medication, gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may occasionally occur, and rarely abdominal pain, constipation, heartburn, and upper gastrointestinal discomfort may also be experienced. Moreover, hypersensitivity reactions such as itching or rash may occur, and skin rash may occasionally appear, but symptoms generally resolve with the use of antihistamines. Transient jaundice may occur; in this case, discontinuation of the medication or the use of jaundice treatment drugs may improve symptoms. Rarely, systemic fatigue or dizziness may occur, so caution is advised. Serious side effects, including liver cirrhosis, ascites, and acute hepatitis C, have been reported in a six-year post-marketing survey; the full correlation with this medication cannot be completely ruled out. Dosage and administration must strictly follow guidelines, and if symptoms do not improve after a maximum of 8 weeks or if abnormal symptoms arise, discontinue use and consult a physician or pharmacist. It is important to keep this medication in a safe place out of reach of children. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should refrain from taking this medication as it may be harmful to the fetus. Additionally, caution is necessary when taking this medication alongside oral diabetes medications as it may enhance the effects of the diabetes medications, and consultation with healthcare professionals is required.

Serious side effects

• Transient jaundice: classified as liver abnormality (jaundice)
• Liver cirrhosis, ascites, acute hepatitis C: significant adverse drug reactions

Mild side effects

• Gastrointestinal symptoms: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, heartburn, upper gastrointestinal discomfort
• Hypersensitivity: itching, rash, urticaria
• Transient jaundice
• Systemic fatigue, dizziness

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air entry, preferably at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the medication's efficacy and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a white upper and lower part containing white powder

Package unit

(For domestic use) 30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle (For export) 30 capsules ((10 capsules/PTP)x3), 50 capsules ((10 capsules/PTP)x5), 100 capsules ((10 capsules/PTP)x10)