Effexon Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Eperisone Hydrochloride, take 50mg orally, three times a day after meals. Adjust dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First, patients who are allergic to this drug or those with myasthenia gravis should not take this medication. Additionally, since it contains lactose, patients with a genetic disorder preventing lactose digestion should also avoid this drug. Patients who have had allergic reactions to medications or those with liver function issues should use this drug with special caution. Since liver function may deteriorate, the patient's condition should be closely monitored. While taking this medication, various side effects may occur, so caution is necessary. Rarely, shock may occur, and if symptoms arise, the medication should be discontinued immediately and proper treatment sought. Liver and kidney function may be affected, so regular tests should be conducted and administration stopped if any issues arise. Blood abnormalities, skin rashes, itching, psychological symptoms (insomnia, drowsiness, headache, etc.), and gastrointestinal issues (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, etc.) may also occur. Urinary problems or systemic weakness, dizziness, etc., may also present, necessitating careful monitoring of the body's condition. Particularly, serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome may occur, so if symptoms like fever, red spots, blisters, itching, eye redness, and oral inflammation develop, the medication should be discontinued immediately and medical attention sought. During the use of this medication, weakness, drowsiness, or staggering may occur, so if these symptoms appear, the dosage should be reduced or discontinued. It is also advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery due to drowsiness or decreased concentration. Taking this medication together with drugs of similar composition may cause side effects, so consultation with a professional is essential when taking other medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety is not fully established. During breastfeeding, it is advisable to avoid this medication, and in unavoidable circumstances, breastfeeding should be stopped. The safety for children has not been fully established, so it should be used cautiously, and in the elderly, dosage adjustments may be necessary due to potential decline in bodily function.

Serious side effects

Shock (severe allergic reaction), anaphylactic reaction (severe allergic reaction), angioedema (severe swelling), toxic epidermal necrolysis and mucocutaneous-ocular syndrome (severe skin reaction), liver dysfunction (elevated ALT, AST, ALP, potential jaundice), kidney abnormalities (proteinuria, elevated BUN), anemia (blood abnormalities)

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• muscle stiffness
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, ideally at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle