Nerexon Sustained Release Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is a sustained-release tablet, which should be taken whole without crushing, splitting, or chewing. Take 1 tablet (75 mg of eperisone hydrochloride) orally after meals twice a day. Adjust as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to it or in those with severe myasthenia gravis. It should be used with caution in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the drug or with liver function issues, as liver function may worsen. Rarely, during treatment with this medication, severe allergic reactions or serious adverse skin reactions may occur, so if symptoms like rash, itching, swelling, or breathing difficulties arise, the medication should be stopped immediately and medical attention sought. Additionally, if symptoms such as fever, blisters, oral mucositis, or eye redness occur, it is necessary to stop taking the medication and take appropriate measures immediately. Various side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may occur. If symptoms are severe, consulting a physician is advised. If symptoms like weakness, staggering, or drowsiness appear during treatment, it may be necessary to reduce the dosage or discontinue use. This medication may cause drowsiness or decreased concentration, so it is safer to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication only when the benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety is not established, and breastfeeding mothers are advised to avoid it, or to stop breastfeeding when taking this medication. Safety in children has not been fully established, so caution is advised in their use, and elderly patients may require dosage adjustments due to decreased bodily function, warranting careful administration. Additionally, taking this medication along with similar drugs or certain muscle relaxants may cause visual disturbances, so caution should be exercised to avoid concurrent use.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• swelling
• shortness of breath
• shock and anaphylactic reactions
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• Reiters syndrome
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• fever
• erythema
• blisters

Mild side effects

• Redness
• itching
• swelling
• dizziness
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• limb paralysis
• stiffness
• limb tremors

This medication can be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to safely preserve its efficacy.

Appearance

White to almost white round sustained-release film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle