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Levatrin Tablets (Mugwort 95% Ethanol Extract (20→1))

Levatrin Tablets (Mugwort 95% Ethanol Extract (20→1))

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Ingredient · strength
Artemisiae Argyi Folium 95% Ethanol Soft Extract (20→1)›60mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Baskan Bio Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Green oval film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201604512 · Notified 2016.07.21 · Insurance code 656204700

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis; prevention of gastritis induced by anti-inflammatory analgesics
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As a 95% ethanol soft extract of mugwort, take 60 mg orally per dose, 3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Baskan Bio Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis; prevention of gastritis induced by anti-inflammatory analgesics

  • Gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • chronic gastritis
  • gastritis
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This medication helps improve gastric mucosal lesions caused by acute and chronic gastritis, such as erosion, bleeding, redness, and swelling. It also has a preventive effect against gastritis that may occur when taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Thus, it is used to maintain gastric health and alleviate symptoms of gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

As a 95% ethanol soft extract of mugwort, take 60 mg orally per dose, 3 times daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used in patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. Patients with thrombosis or problems with blood coagulation, serious disorders of major organs such as the liver or kidneys, and those with a history of drug allergies should be particularly cautious when using this medication. This medication contains certain pigment components, so it should be administered carefully if there is an allergy to these components. Various side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, headache, and rash may occur during use, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, consult a healthcare professional immediately. In particular, the interactions that may occur when taking this medication with other drugs have not been sufficiently studied, so it is essential to inform your healthcare provider if you are taking other medications. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should only use this medication when the benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been fully established. Long-term use of this medication may require regular examinations such as liver function tests. For storage, keep it in a cool, dry place out of reach of children, avoiding direct sunlight and storing it in its original container.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • loss of appetite
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • heartburn
  • upper abdominal pain
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • rash
  • itching
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  • elevated ALT
  • palpitations
  • abdominal bloating
  • lower abdominal pain
  • constipation
  • indigestion
  • belching
  • increased gastric motility
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • hunger
  • increased serum bilirubin
  • increased appetite
  • insomnia
  • dysuria
  • nasopharyngitis
  • increased serum LDH
  • facial swelling
  • upper abdominal pain

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. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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