Ripamon Tablet (Limaprost Alpha-Dex)

Adult dosage

1. For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness due to thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger's disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets orally 3 times daily. 2. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower limb pain and numbness) and walking ability due to acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (in patients with normal SLR test results and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet orally 3 times daily. - Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with genetic problems such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Patients with a tendency to bleed or those taking antiplatelet agents, thrombolytics, or anticoagulants should use this medication cautiously. Allergic reactions such as rash or itching may occur while taking this medication, and if such symptoms arise, it is important to stop taking the medication immediately and seek appropriate measures. Bleeding may rarely occur; if bleeding symptoms appear, stop the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Gastrointestinal side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and heartburn may occur; it is important to inform a healthcare provider if these symptoms persist. Liver function abnormalities may occur, so it is advisable to regularly check liver health. Cardiovascular symptoms such as increased heart rate, hypotension, and limb cyanosis may appear; caution should be exercised if these symptoms occur. Various side effects such as headache, facial flushing, dizziness, warmth, fatigue, and edema may occur, so it is important to notify healthcare professionals of any unusual symptoms. Patients with lumbar spinal canal stenosis should carefully observe changes in symptoms while deciding whether to continue using this medication. The efficacy of this medication in cases of severe lumbar spinal canal stenosis requiring surgery is not established. Safety has not been established for women who are pregnant, and uterine contraction effects have been observed in animal studies, so it is advisable for women of childbearing potential not to use this medication. Safety for children has not been verified, so this medication should not be used in children. In elderly patients, bodily functions may decline, so it is necessary to reduce the dosage or use with caution. In healthy adults, administering a large amount may temporarily lower blood pressure; caution is needed.

• rash
• itching
• bleeding
• diarrhea
• nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• heartburn
• vomiting

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air and moisture. Additionally, it is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to ensure the medication's effectiveness and safe use.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

84 tablets/Alu-Alu (21 tablets/Alu-Alu X4)