Opalec Tablet (Limaprost Aldex)

Adult dosage

For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness due to thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets orally 3 times daily. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower limb pain and numbness) and walking ability due to acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (in patients with normal SLR test results and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet orally 3 times daily. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Since this medication contains lactose, individuals with a genetic inability to digest lactose should not take it. Patients with a tendency to bleed or those taking blood-thinning medications should use this medication with caution. Allergic reactions such as rash or itching may occur while taking this medication, so if any of these symptoms appear, the medication should be stopped immediately. Bleeding may occur rarely, so if symptoms of bleeding appear, inform the hospital. Gastrointestinal side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and heartburn may occur. It may affect liver function, so caution is required as liver enzyme levels may rise. Symptoms such as increased heart rate, cold hands and feet, and decreased blood pressure may rarely occur. Symptoms such as headache, facial flushing, dizziness, warmth, fatigue, tremors, increased body hair, and anemia may also occur. Patients with lumbar spinal canal stenosis should carefully observe their symptoms when deciding to continue this medication. The effectiveness of this medication is not confirmed in patients with severe spinal canal stenosis requiring surgery. Safety during pregnancy has not been established, and uterine contractions have been reported in animal studies, so pregnant women should not take it. Safety has not been proven in children, and there is no experience with its use in children. Elderly patients may have decreased physical function, so caution is needed including dosage adjustments. Excessive use of this medication may cause temporary decreases in blood pressure, so care should be taken.

• Rash
• itching
• bleeding
• diarrhea
• nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• heartburn
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to keep the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

84 tablets (21 tablets/Alu-Alu × 4)