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Tocotonic Soft Capsule

Tocotonic Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Tocopherol Acetate›500mg / 1 capsuleMagnesium Oxide›250mg / 1 capsulePyridoxine Hydrochloride›50mg / 1 capsuleThiamine Nitrate›50mg / 1 capsuleGamma-Oryzanol›5mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
일양약품(주)
Appearance
Brown rectangular soft capsule containing a grayish-white emulsion.
Packaging
10 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*1)], 60 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*6)], 120 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*12)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201503559 · Notified 2015.06.02

Summary

Main use
Relief from Vitamin E (peripheral circulatory disorders, etc.) and B1 (neuralgia, muscle pain, etc.) and B6 (stomatitis, dermatitis, etc.), treatment of magnesium deficiency muscle cramps.
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Take 1 capsule at a time, twice a day.
Child dose
Adolescents over 12 years: Take 1 capsule at a time, twice a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
일양약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief from Vitamin E (peripheral circulatory disorders, etc.) and B1 (neuralgia, muscle pain, etc.) and B6 (stomatitis, dermatitis, etc.), treatment of magnesium deficiency muscle cramps.

  • Physical fatigue
  • decreased stamina
  • peripheral circulatory disorders
  • menopausal symptoms
  • shoulder stiffness
  • neck stiffness
  • numbness in the hands and feet
  • coldness in the hands and feet
  • neuralgia
  • muscle pain
  • joint pain
  • beriberi
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This medication assists in improving various symptoms through the supplementation of Vitamins E, B1, and B6. Vitamin E alleviates symptoms such as peripheral circulatory disorders, stiffness in the shoulder or neck during menopause, and numbness and coldness in the hands and feet. Vitamin B1 is effective in reducing neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, beriberi, and eye fatigue. Vitamin B6 is used to improve various skin issues, including inflammation around the mouth and dermatitis. Additionally, this medication helps prevent and alleviate muscle cramps resulting from magnesium deficiency. Therefore, this medication is used not only for physical fatigue and elderly health management but also for alleviating various physical symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 1 capsule at a time, twice a day.

Child dose

Adolescents over 12 years: Take 1 capsule at a time, twice a day.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have an allergy to this product or its ingredients, babies under 12 months, patients with severe renal dysfunction, or those allergic to soybean oil, soybeans, or peanuts. Patients with hyperlipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, pancreatitis, or issues with fat metabolism should use this medication cautiously. During the course of taking this medication, it should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, antacids, and levodopa. Those receiving medical treatment, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, breastfeeding women, individuals with heart or circulatory problems, patients with renal impairment, or those with hypoproteinemia should consult a healthcare professional before use. Caution is necessary for individuals allergic to the coloring agent Yellow #5, which is included in this product. If symptoms such as gastric discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, rash, red spots, nausea, vomiting, abnormal heart rhythms, or central nervous system dysfunction occur during use, immediately discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional. Additionally, be cautious as the menstrual cycle may become faster or bleeding may persist longer, and women taking contraceptives containing estrogen or those at risk of thrombosis may have an increased risk of thrombosis when taking Vitamin E. Prolonged high doses of pyridoxine should be taken with caution as it may cause nerve damage symptoms. Overdose may result in symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, hypernatremia, heart failure, and edema, and care should be taken as there is a risk of hyperkalemia when taken with certain diuretics. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for more than one month, consult a healthcare professional. Patients at risk of fat overload should regularly monitor blood lipid levels and adjust the medication dosage as needed, and those receiving other lipid injections should consider lipid content in dosage adjustments. Always adhere to the prescribed dosage and method of administration, and avoid beverages containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea, before and after taking this medication. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and in a cool, dry place. It is also important not to transfer it to another container to maintain quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Cardiac arrest (cardiac standstill), central nervous system dysfunction.

Mild side effects

Gastric discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, rash, redness, nausea, vomiting, loose stools, red spots, irregular menstruation (may come early or bleeding may last longer), sensory neuropathy or neurological symptoms, gastric symptoms such as nausea and vomiting, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, edema, hyperkalemia.

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline formulations, antacids, or levodopa. Additionally, if used in conjunction with oral contraceptives containing estrogen, anti-aldosterone agents, triamterene, or injectable lipid formulations, it is important to consult a physician or pharmacist.

Food interactions

This medication should be avoided in conjunction with tannin-containing teas like green tea and black tea during or before and after taking.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown rectangular soft capsule containing a grayish-white emulsion.

Package unit

10 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*1)], 60 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*6)], 120 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*12)]

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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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