Tachid Injection (Thioctic Acid)

Adult dosage

As thioctic acid, the usual adult dose is 10~25mg once daily by intravenous injection. However, adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This drug is an ampoule injection, so care must be taken when cutting the container as glass shards may mix in. Extreme caution is advised especially when used by children or the elderly. When using this medication, gastrointestinal symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, or diarrhea may occur. Additionally, symptoms like skin rash, headache, dizziness, and rapid heartbeat may arise, and any unusual symptoms should be reported immediately. Elderly individuals may have weakened body functions, so special attention such as dose reduction should be taken when using this drug. When administering this drug intravenously, it is important to infuse it as slowly as possible to reduce side effects.

• Loss of appetite
• nausea
• diarrhea
• rash
• headache
• dizziness
• palpitations

This drug is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light in. It is also recommended to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

A transparent light yellow liquid contained in a brown ampoule injection

Package unit

5mL X 10 ampoules, 5mL X 25 ampoules