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

Stigen 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
Celix Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Green oval film-coated tablets
Packaging
300 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201605995 · Notified 2016.10.11 · Insurance code 646203870

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis; prevention of gastritis caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer orally 60 mg per dose, 3 times daily, as the 95% ethanol soft extract of Artemisia argyi leaves.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Celix Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis; prevention of gastritis caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

  • Gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • chronic gastritis
  • gastritis
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This medication is used to improve lesions such as erosion, bleeding, redness, and swelling of the gastric mucosa caused by acute and chronic gastritis. It also has the effect of preventing gastritis that may occur when taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Hence, it helps protect the gastric mucosa and maintain a healthy state.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer orally 60 mg per dose, 3 times daily, as the 95% ethanol soft extract of Artemisia argyi leaves.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with genetic problems such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Additionally, individuals with allergies or hypersensitivities to soybean oil or peanuts should not take this medication. Patients with thrombotic diseases or serious issues in major organs such as the liver, kidneys, heart, lungs, or blood should use this medication cautiously. Those with a history of drug allergies should also be careful. Patients with lipid metabolism disorders such as hyperlipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis, as well as those using lipid emulsions, should be cautious when taking this medication. Symptoms such as nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, heartburn, and abdominal pain may occur, and skin reactions such as dizziness, headaches, rashes, and itching may also rarely happen. Liver function tests may temporarily increase, so caution is required. If symptoms do not improve after using this medication for more than two weeks in clinical trials, it is advisable to discontinue use and consult a physician or pharmacist. Patients at risk of lipid overload should check their blood lipid levels and adjust medication dosages as needed. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should consult with medical professionals before use, as the safety of this medication has not been established. This medication should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and out of the reach of children. Furthermore, transferring it to another container may adversely affect quality, so caution is advised.

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 gastrointestinal motility
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • hunger
  • increased bilirubin levels
  • increased appetite
  • insomnia
  • difficulty urinating
  • nasopharyngitis
  • elevated LDH
  • facial edema
  • upper abdominal pain

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

300 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle

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