U&C Capsule

Adult dose

Usually, 1 capsule for adults, taken three times a day after meals.

This medication should not be used by patients with complete bile duct obstruction. Since this medication contains lactose hydrate, patients with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactose hydrolysis enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medication. Patients with chronic active hepatitis or cirrhosis, those with hypokalemia, severe pancreatic disease, peptic ulcers, or gallstones should use this medication with caution. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as occasional diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may occur while taking this medication, along with rare abdominal pain, constipation, heartburn, and discomfort in the upper abdomen. Hypersensitivity reactions such as itching or rashes may occur, and rarely skin rashes may develop, although symptoms generally improve with the concomitant use of antihistamines. Transient jaundice may occur, but symptoms will resolve with the discontinuation of the medication or the use of jaundice treatment agents. Rarely, systemic malaise or dizziness may occur. In studies conducted on chronic persistent hepatitis patients in Korea, serious side effects such as cirrhosis, ascites, and acute type C hepatitis were reported very rarely. This medication must be taken according to the prescribed dosage and administration. If symptoms do not improve after taking it for up to 8 weeks, or if abnormal symptoms appear, the medication should be discontinued and a physician or pharmacist should be consulted. It should be stored out of reach of children in a safe place. Animal studies have shown harmful effects on fetuses; therefore, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid taking this medication. Coadministration with oral antidiabetic drugs may enhance the effectiveness of the diabetes medications, and this should be considered for cautious use.

Serious side effects

• Transient jaundice
• cirrhosis
• ascites
• acute type C hepatitis

Mild side effects

• Diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• constipation
• heartburn
• discomfort in the upper abdomen
• itching
• rash
• urticaria

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air exposure, preferably at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

White hard capsule containing white powder on the upper and lower parts

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle