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Sulfo Capsule (Aservophyllin)

Sulfo Capsule (Aservophyllin)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Acebrophylline›100mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Iksu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A capsule filled with a white to off-white powder, with a gray upper part and a white lower part.
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201601326 · Approved 2016.03.08 · Insurance code 658501890

Summary

Main use
Treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases (bronchitis, asthma, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 100 mg of acebrophylline per dose orally, 2 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Iksu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of acute and chronic respiratory diseases (bronchitis, asthma, etc.)

  • Airway obstruction
  • mucus secretion disorders
  • acute respiratory diseases
  • chronic respiratory diseases
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
  • bronchial asthma
  • sinusitis
  • allergic rhinitis
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This medication is used for respiratory diseases caused by airway obstruction and mucus secretion disorders. Typical diseases include acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis. It helps alleviate symptoms and improve respiratory function in these conditions.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 100 mg of acebrophylline per dose orally, 2 times daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. Patients who are allergic to this drug, its components, or similar types of medication should not take it. Patients who are allergic to the component ambroxol should also not use this drug. Patients with acute heart problems, very low blood pressure, or severe liver or kidney diseases should not take this medication. This drug contains lactose, therefore patients with a genetic disease that breaks down lactose should avoid taking it. Patients with a history of heart disease, obesity, epilepsy, peptic ulcers, or hyperthyroidism should use this drug with caution. Elderly patients, children, patients with high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, and those with weakened liver or kidney function should also exercise caution. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication carefully. This medication can occasionally cause nausea or dizziness, which will disappear upon discontinuation. Gastrointestinal discomfort, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting may occur rarely. If symptoms such as skin rash, itching, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing occur due to an allergic reaction, use should be immediately discontinued. Respiratory problems, headache, insomnia, and irregular heartbeat have also been reported as side effects. This drug can become toxic if blood concentration increases, requiring dose adjustment in patients with lower liver or kidney function or in the elderly. This drug may interact with other medications; caution is needed when taken with certain antibiotics, anticoagulants, or diuretics. It should not be used in conjunction with central nervous system stimulants or other xanthine-based medications due to the risk of excessive central nervous system stimulation. It is generally advisable not to use this medication during pregnancy, and it is safer for breastfeeding women to avoid taking it. The elderly and children should adjust doses or use this medication cautiously due to differing bodily functions. In case of overdose, severe convulsions or arrhythmias may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers can compromise quality and safety.

Side effects

  • Transient zone
  • dizziness
  • discomfort in the abdomen
  • gastric and abdominal bloating
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • hematemesis
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  • heartburn
  • loss of appetite
  • gastroesophageal bleeding
  • epigastric pain
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • urticarial erythema
  • itching
  • facial edema
  • respiratory distress
  • fever accompanied by chills
  • purulent rhinitis
  • hypopnea
  • oral paresthesia
  • arm paresthesia
  • headache
  • agitation
  • insomnia
  • tachycardia
  • ectopic beats
  • hyperlaxity
  • hypotension
  • albuminuria
  • hyperglycemia
  • tonic-clonic seizure
  • ventricular arrhythmia

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best to store it at room temperature, between 1°C and 30°C, away from extreme heat or cold.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A capsule filled with a white to off-white powder, with a gray upper part and a white lower part.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/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.