Thiabon Tablet (Tianepetine Sodium)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 12.5 mg of tianeptine sodium orally 3 times daily before meals. Limit the dose to 2 times daily in elderly patients aged 70 years or older or patients with renal impairment. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms. Abrupt discontinuation of treatment should be avoided. To reduce the risk of withdrawal reactions, the dose should be gradually reduced over 7 ~ 14 days. (See “General Precautions” under Precautions for Use.)

This medication is used to treat depression; however, it is important to closely monitor patients for increased suicidal thoughts or behaviors during the initial stages of treatment or when adjusting the dose. Particularly, patients with a history of suicide attempts or suicidal thoughts require more careful observation. This medication should not be administered to patients under the age of 15, those with certain rare genetic disorders, or those taking MAO inhibitors. During treatment, various side effects such as decreased appetite, insomnia, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, palpitations, gastrointestinal disturbances, and skin rashes may occur, so symptoms should be monitored closely. Before surgery, it is essential to inform the attending physician about the use of this medication, and it should be discontinued 24 to 48 hours prior when necessary. Combining this medication with alcohol or alcohol-containing medications should be avoided, and sudden discontinuation can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, muscle pain, insomnia, etc., so dosage should be gradually reduced under a doctor's guidance. Caution is needed while driving or operating machinery as drowsiness may occur. Patients with decreased kidney function or those over the age of 70 may experience prolonged half-life of this medication, and dosing twice a day is recommended. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness or coma may occur, requiring immediate medical attention.

• Loss of appetite
• hyponatremia
• nightmares
• drug abuse and dependence
• suicidal thoughts
• suicidal behavior
• confusion
• hallucinations
• insomnia
• drowsiness

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness over a longer period.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle