Saflag Tablet (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride, take 100 mg three times daily after meals. Adjust dosage appropriately based on symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with bleeding because it may worsen bleeding. It is advisable for pregnant women or those who may become pregnant not to take this medication. Women who are menstruating or patients with a tendency to bleed, as well as those taking anticoagulants or platelet aggregation inhibitors, should use it with caution due to an increased risk of bleeding. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or the elderly should be carefully monitored during administration due to a higher risk of side effects as the excretion of the drug may be difficult. During treatment with this medication, symptoms of bleeding, liver dysfunction, or allergic reactions may occur, and if such symptoms arise, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Regular blood tests are recommended to check for any abnormal reactions. Caution is required when taking this medication in conjunction with anticoagulants or platelet aggregation inhibitors due to an increased risk of bleeding. It is preferable for pregnant or nursing women not to take this medication; if unavoidable, it is recommended to avoid breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been established, so it should be avoided in pediatric patients. The elderly may have weakened kidney and liver functions; therefore, starting at a low dose and carefully monitoring their condition is advised. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• cerebral hemorrhage
• subcutaneous bleeding
• tendency to bleed
• agranulocytosis
• anemia
• thrombocytopenia
• leukopenia
• and other blood disorders
• acute hepatitis

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• stomatitis
• vomiting
• foreign body sensation (esophagus)
• heartburn
• abdominal pain
• constipation
• loss of appetite
• abdominal bloating
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in an airtight container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safest to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle