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Coprozin (Levodropropizin)

Coprozin (Levodropropizin)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Levodropropizine›60mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Medica Korea Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201600113 · Notified 2016.01.07 · Insurance code 646004090

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer levodropropizine 60mg per dose 3 times daily by mouth, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Medica Korea Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis

  • Cough
  • acute and chronic bronchitis
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Used for alleviating cough symptoms caused by acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer levodropropizine 60mg per dose 3 times daily by mouth, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For instance, individuals who are allergic to this medication or its ingredients should not take it. Patients with excessively increased bronchial mucus secretion should also avoid this medication. Additionally, individuals with a rare disorder called ciliary dysfunction should refrain from using this drug. It is also safe for pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, to avoid taking this medication. Patients with severely impaired liver function should not use this medication either. This drug contains lactose, so those with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should not take it. There are also cases where this medication should be used with caution. Patients with severely weakened heart function, very poor kidney function, the elderly, and infants under two years old should be particularly careful when taking this drug. Taking this medication can lead to gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, dyspepsia, diarrhea, and vomiting. Additionally, central nervous system symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, and dizziness may occur. Rapid heartbeat and rare skin allergic reactions have also been reported. Very rarely, a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis may occur, so caution is needed. This medication can sometimes cause drowsiness or a semi-conscious state, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. In particular, taking it with alcohol may intensify these effects. Moreover, taking it with sedatives may enhance its effects, so sensitive patients should consult a professional. Finally, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to another container as this may alter its quality.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • carbonated dyspepsia
  • indigestion
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • fatigue
  • functional impairment
  • half-life
  • coma
  • headache
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  • dizziness
  • palpitations
  • allergic reactions
  • anaphylactic reactions

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1°C and 30°C to safely preserve the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.