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Gasmotin SR Tablets (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Gasmotin SR Tablets (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Mosapride Citrate Dihydrate›4.23mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Pink, rectangular, sustained-release film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201708204 · Approved 2017.12.01 · Insurance code 641606540

Summary

Main use
Relief of gastrointestinal symptoms (heartburn, nausea, etc.) associated with functional dyspepsia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 15 mg of mosapride citrate anhydride orally once daily. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, avoiding meals. (See “3. General Precautions, item 2)” under Precautions for Use.) This medicine is an extended-release formulation. Do not break, crush, or chew it; swallow the tablet whole.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of gastrointestinal symptoms (heartburn, nausea, etc.) associated with functional dyspepsia

  • Functional dyspepsia
  • digestive symptoms
  • heartburn
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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Used to alleviate digestive symptoms experienced due to functional dyspepsia, such as heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 15 mg of mosapride citrate anhydride orally once daily. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, avoiding meals. (See “3. General Precautions, item 2)” under Precautions for Use.) This medicine is an extended-release formulation. Do not break, crush, or chew it; swallow the tablet whole.

Precautions

This medicine contains lactose, so individuals with a genetic problem that prevents lactose digestion should not take it. When taking this medicine, be cautious as gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting may occur. It may affect liver function, so if symptoms of hepatitis or jaundice occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Rarely, allergic reactions such as rash or urticaria may occur, so report any unusual symptoms. This medicine may cause drowsiness, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery. If symptoms do not improve after taking for more than 2 weeks, it is advisable not to use it for a prolonged period. Taking it with food may increase the drug's blood concentration; therefore, it is recommended to take it on an empty stomach. Concurrent use with anticholinergics may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine, so keep a gap when taking together. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medicine cautiously only when necessary, and nursing mothers should either avoid taking it or discontinue breastfeeding. It should be administered with caution in children and the elderly, and for the elderly, dose adjustments may be necessary considering liver and kidney functions. Store this medicine out of reach of children, and it is safe not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects

  • area
  • intestinal gas retention
  • increased triglycerides in the blood
  • abdominal discomfort
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • edema
  • thirst
  • fatigue
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  • eosinophilia
  • elevated AST(GOT)
  • elevated ALT(GPT)
  • elevated ALP
  • elevated γ-GTP
  • acute severe hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • edema
  • leukopenia
  • abdominal distension
  • oral paralysis
  • abdominal pain
  • taste disturbance
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • staggering
  • headache
  • tremors
  • drowsiness
  • dyspepsia
  • galactorrhea
  • nausea
  • watery stool
  • upper abdominal pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • oral discomfort
  • pancreatitis
  • fever
  • nasopharyngitis
  • difficulty breathing
  • heart failure
  • heart flutter
  • insomnia
  • arthralgia
  • cataracts
  • pancreatic cyst
  • stomach cancer

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

Storage

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This way, the effectiveness of the medicine can be well maintained.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink, rectangular, sustained-release film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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