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Stiren-Tex Tablet (Mugwort 95% Ethanol Extract (20→1))

Stiren-Tex Tablet (Mugwort 95% Ethanol Extract (20→1))

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Ingredient · strength
Artemisiae Argyi Folium 95% Ethanol Soft Extract (20→1)›90mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Dong-A EST Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Green round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 400 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201507521 · Approved 2015.10.30 · Insurance code 642507290

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.) caused by gastritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 90mg of Artemisia asiatica 95% ethanol soft extract orally twice daily after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Dong-A EST Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.) caused by gastritis

  • Gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • edema
  • acute gastritis
  • chronic gastritis
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This medication is effective in improving gastric mucosal lesions such as erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema that can occur due to acute and chronic gastritis. It alleviates symptoms by protecting the gastric mucosa and aiding in the recovery of damaged areas, helping to maintain gastric health. Through these benefits, it reduces discomfort for patients with gastritis and facilitates recovery. Therefore, this medication is used in the treatment of acute and chronic gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 90mg of Artemisia asiatica 95% ethanol soft extract orally twice daily after meals.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients who have shown allergic reactions to this medication or its components. Caution is required when using this medication in patients with thrombosis or issues with blood coagulation. Patients with serious dysfunction in the liver, kidneys, heart, lungs, or blood should be careful when taking this medication. Patients who have experienced allergic symptoms such as rash, fever, or itching due to medications in the past should use this medication cautiously. This medication contains a dye called Yellow No. 4 (Tartrazine), so patients who are allergic to this component should avoid taking it. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as belching, abdominal bloating, dyspepsia, nausea, and vomiting may occur upon ingestion. Liver function test values may temporarily rise, so caution is needed for liver health. This medication has not been sufficiently studied in patients with gastric diseases due to peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, so caution should be exercised in its use. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than 2 weeks, discontinue and consult a physician or pharmacist. Research on the interactions of this medication with other drugs has not been conducted, so it is advisable to consult a professional if taking other medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only take this medication when the benefits of therapy outweigh the risks, due to the established safety not being confirmed. It is also unknown whether this medication is transmitted through breast milk, so it should only be taken when necessary by nursing mothers. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been confirmed in newborns, children, and adolescents, so its use is not recommended in these groups. Elderly patients aged 75 and over may experience adverse reactions more easily, so their condition should be closely monitored and used cautiously.

Side effects

  • Belching
  • abdominal distension
  • dyspepsia
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated AST
  • abnormal liver function test results
  • elevated ALP

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid contact with air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the medication's efficacy.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 400 tablets/bottle

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