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Unityren Tablets (Mugwort 95% Ethanol Extract (20→1))

Unityren Tablets (Mugwort 95% Ethanol Extract (20→1))

Prescription medicationTabletOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Artemisiae Argyi Folium 95% Ethanol Soft Extract (20→1)›60mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Union Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Green oval film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201502784 · Approved 2015.05.07

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.07.02. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis; prevention of NSAID-induced gastritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 60 mg per dose of Artemisia asiatica 95% ethanol soft extract orally 3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Union Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis; prevention of NSAID-induced gastritis

  • Gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosions
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • chronic gastritis
  • gastritis
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This medication helps improve damage to the gastric mucosa caused by acute and chronic gastritis, such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and swelling. It also has the effect of preventing gastritis that may occur due to the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Therefore, this medication is used to protect gastric health and relieve inflammation to maintain comfort.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 60 mg per dose of Artemisia asiatica 95% ethanol soft extract orally 3 times daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used in patients with inherited issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Patients with allergies to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts, or those with hypersensitivity should also avoid taking this medication. Patients with serious disorders of the blood, liver, kidneys, heart, lungs, or other conditions should use this medication cautiously. Patients with a history of drug allergy symptoms should also exercise caution. Patients with lipid metabolism issues such as hyperlipoproteinemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis should be particularly careful when taking this medication, and caution is also necessary when used in conjunction with lipid emulsions. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, anorexia, diarrhea, vomiting, heartburn, and abdominal pain may occur when taking this medication. Occasionally, side effects such as dizziness, headache, rash, itching, liver function abnormalities have also been reported. When taken with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, symptoms such as palpitations, abdominal bloating, constipation, dyspepsia, insomnia, urinary difficulties, and nasopharyngitis may occur. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of this medication, as should nursing mothers. If symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of use, it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. Regular monitoring of plasma lipid levels may be necessary to adjust the dosage. Keep out of reach of children; store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Caution should be taken to avoid transferring to other containers, as this may not be good for maintaining quality.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • loss of appetite
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • heartburn
  • upper abdominal pain
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • rash
  • itching
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  • elevated ALT
  • palpitations
  • abdominal distention
  • lower abdominal pain
  • constipation
  • indigestion
  • belching
  • increased gastrointestinal motility
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • hunger
  • increased serum bilirubin
  • increased appetite
  • insomnia
  • dysuria
  • nasopharyngitis
  • increased serum LDH
  • facial swelling
  • upper abdominal pain

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/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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