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Expan Capsule

OTC medicationHard capsule경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›300mg / 1 capsuleAnhydrous Caffeine›25mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
부광약품(주)
Appearance
A hard capsule with white powder inside, white upper and lower parts.
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201504904 · Notified 2015.07.17

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.07.17. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Effectiveness in alleviating pain (headaches, toothaches, etc.) and reducing fever.
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Ages 15 years and older and adults: 1 capsule per dose. Take up to 3 times a day, avoiding empty stomach. Allow at least 4 hours between doses.
Child dose
Ages 11 to under 15 years: 2/3 capsule per dose. Ages over 7 to under 11 years: 1/2 capsule per dose. Take up to 3 times a day, avoiding empty stomach. Allow at least 4 hours between doses.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
부광약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Effectiveness in alleviating pain (headaches, toothaches, etc.) and reducing fever.

  • Headaches
  • toothaches
  • post-extraction pain
  • sore throat
  • ear pain
  • joint pain
  • neuralgia
  • back pain
  • muscle pain
  • shoulder pain
  • contusion pain
  • fracture pain
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This medication helps relieve various types of pain such as headaches, toothaches, joint pain, neuralgia, and muscle pain, and assists in controlling fever or chills. It is particularly effective for menstrual pain and post-traumatic pain, and helps alleviate discomfort such as sore throat or ear pain. This medication alleviates overall pain and fever symptoms, making the patient’s life more comfortable. It is used to aid in the recovery of the patient’s daily activities through the relief of these symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Ages 15 years and older and adults: 1 capsule per dose. Take up to 3 times a day, avoiding empty stomach. Allow at least 4 hours between doses.

Child dose

Ages 11 to under 15 years: 2/3 capsule per dose. Ages over 7 to under 11 years: 1/2 capsule per dose. Take up to 3 times a day, avoiding empty stomach. Allow at least 4 hours between doses.

Precautions

This medication can put a burden on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume three or more glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Additionally, this medication can rarely cause severe skin reactions such as serious rashes or blisters; therefore, if unusual skin symptoms occur after taking it, usage must be stopped immediately. Exceeding the daily maximum dosage of the ingredient in this medication can lead to liver damage, so it should not be taken with other medications containing acetaminophen. Individuals allergic to this medication or its ingredients, those with a history of triggering asthma, infants under 3 months old, and those with certain hereditary lactose-related disorders should not take this medication. During use, it is safe to avoid combination with other antipyretic analgesics, cold medications, or sedatives. Children who have had or are suspected to have chickenpox or influenza, individuals with allergies, those with multiple conditions affecting the liver, kidneys, or heart, pregnant women, and the elderly should consult a healthcare professional before using. If symptoms such as rash, vomiting, dizziness, or swelling appear during use, or if a severe allergic reaction is suspected, use should be immediately stopped and a healthcare professional should be consulted. Children under 2 years of age should not take this medication except in special cases, and parental supervision is necessary during use. Follow the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines and avoid long-term use, as well as alcohol consumption. Finally, this medication should be stored in a cool, dry place out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, cold sweat, paleness, difficulty breathing → severe allergic reaction.
  • High fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eyes mucosa → severe skin adverse reaction.
  • Asthma.
  • Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver issues (jaundice).

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • erythema
  • itching
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • constipation
  • dizziness
  • swelling.

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air and moisture exposure and is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing in this manner can maintain the medication's effectiveness for an extended period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule with white powder inside, white upper and lower parts.

Package unit

30 capsules/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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