Pelas Tablet (Pelargonium sidoides 11% Ethanol Dry Extract (5.5-6.6→1))

Adult dose

Adults and those aged 12 and above: 1 tablet once, 3 times a day, taken with a small amount of water.

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with bleeding tendencies or those taking anticoagulants should not take this medication. It is not suitable for patients with severely impaired liver or kidney function. Patients who have experienced allergic reactions to any of the ingredients in this medication should avoid taking it. It is safer for children under the age of 12 not to take this medication. During treatment, gastrointestinal disturbances such as abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea, and diarrhea may occur, so caution is advised. Occasional bleeding symptoms such as gum bleeding or nosebleeds may appear. Allergic reactions such as skin rashes, hives, or itching may rarely occur. Severe allergic reactions may result in facial swelling, difficulty breathing, and a drop in blood pressure, so if these symptoms occur, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Signs of liver dysfunction may manifest, so if jaundice, dark urine, abdominal pain, or reduced appetite occur, discontinue the medication and visit a hospital. There is a possibility of reduced platelet count, so it is advisable to periodically check blood test results. If symptoms such as fever, respiratory distress, or blood-stained sputum persist during treatment, the medication should be discontinued immediately. It is safest to avoid lying down when taking this medication and to take it while sitting or standing. This medication can affect blood coagulation, so taking it with anticoagulants like warfarin may increase the risk of bleeding; thus, consult a doctor. The safety of this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding has not been established, so it is advisable not to take it. In case of overdose, side effects may worsen, and if an overdose occurs, consult a doctor immediately. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and avoid transferring it to other containers as this may affect the quality.

Serious side effects

Severe allergic reactions such as facial swelling, difficulty breathing, and blood pressure drop. Signs of liver damage related to liver dysfunction (jaundice, dark urine, severe upper abdominal pain, reduced appetite)

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• heartburn
• nausea
• diarrhea
• mild gum bleeding
• nosebleeds
• rashes
• hives
• itching of the skin and mucous membranes
• elevated liver enzymes

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Brownish-red round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle