Geunal Encof Plus Soft Capsule

Adult dose

For those aged 15 years and older and adults: take 2 capsules at a time, three times a day, 30 minutes after meals

This medication may cause liver damage in individuals who regularly consume three or more alcoholic beverages daily, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is necessary. Severe skin reactions may occur very rarely due to the acetaminophen component, so if a rash or allergic reaction appears after taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. The maximum daily dose of acetaminophen in this medication must not exceed 4,000 mg, and it should not be taken with other acetaminophen-containing products. As it contains pseudoephedrine, this may lead to severe skin reactions, so if fever, rash, or small blisters appear, stop taking it and consult a doctor or pharmacist. Individuals who have allergies to this medication or its components, those with a history of asthma, infants under 3 months, or those taking certain antidepressants should not use it. During use, it is safest not to take this medication with other cold medicines, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Especially children, pregnant women, and individuals with liver, kidney, or heart conditions should consult a professional before use. If symptoms such as rash, vomiting, dizziness, swelling, severe allergic reactions, liver dysfunction, or difficulty breathing occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Children under 2 years old should not take it unless specifically directed, and instructions from a doctor must be followed. This medication should be taken strictly according to the prescribed dosage and administration, should not be taken for an extended period, and alcohol should be avoided during use. Additionally, care should be taken when used with certain antibiotics or other medications, so inform the doctor or pharmacist before and after use. Store in a closed container to protect from air and moisture. It is also important to keep it away from direct sunlight and at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain → severe skin reaction
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough accompanied by fever → respiratory issues
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver issues (jaundice)
• Abrupt and very severe headache

Mild side effects

Rash, redness (congestion), itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, swelling, dizziness, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with oral medications containing cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Consult your doctor or pharmacist when taking it with diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroids, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants.

Food interactions

Do not consume alcohol while taking this medication.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is also important to keep it away from direct sunlight and maintain room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Green transparent rectangular soft capsule containing light yellow to light green transparent contents

Package unit

10 capsules/PTP X 1