Megafreed Tablet (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Adult dose

Adults: The daily dose is 15 mg of mosapride citrate anhydrous, administered orally in 3 divided doses before or after meals.

This medication contains lactose, so patients with genetic conditions such as galactose intolerance, lactose deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. Side effects such as diarrhea, loose stools, dry mouth, and fatigue may occur when taking this medication. Liver function should be closely monitored during treatment, as there may be abnormalities leading to fulminant hepatitis or jaundice. Allergic reactions such as rash, hives, and swelling may occur, so if any unusual symptoms arise, discontinuation should be immediate. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and taste disturbances may also appear, requiring caution. Symptoms like palpitations, dizziness, and headaches have also been reported; if these symptoms persist, consult a doctor. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than two weeks, long-term use should be avoided. When taken with anticholinergics, the effect of this medication may be diminished, so it should be taken at spaced intervals. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should be cautious with this medication, and those who are breastfeeding should avoid taking it or consider stopping breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been established, and there is insufficient experience, so caution is advised. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney and liver function, so doses should be adjusted while monitoring their condition. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not recommended as it may affect quality. Prolonged high-dose treatment may increase the risk of tumors in the liver or thyroid, so caution is necessary.

• Diarrhea
• loose stools
• dry mouth
• malaise
• eosinophilia
• elevated triglycerides
• elevated AST
• elevated ALT
• elevated ALP
• elevated γ-GTP

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This helps to preserve the efficacy of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance

White elongated film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle