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Dextar 480mg (R-α-Lipoic Acid Crystalline Salt)

Dextar 480mg (R-α-Lipoic Acid Crystalline Salt)

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Ingredient · strength
R-Thioctic Acid Tromethamine›480mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Genewon Science Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Greenish rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201708382 · Approved 2017.12.15 · Insurance code 671705460

Summary

Main use
Relief of diabetic polyneuritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, about 30 minutes before breakfast.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Genewon Science Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuritis

  • Diabetic polyneuropathy
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This medication helps alleviate the symptoms of neuropathy caused by diabetes, specifically diabetic polyneuropathy. Patients can reduce symptoms like nerve pain and sensory disturbances through this medication. It also has a positive effect on nerve function recovery, improving the quality of life. This medication is used to reduce discomfort caused by diabetic neuropathy and to improve nerve health.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, about 30 minutes before breakfast.

Precautions

This medication contains R-α-Lipoic Acid Crystalline Salt, and should not be used by those who are allergic to this ingredient or any other excipients. When taking this medication, various side effects may occur, such as sensory disturbance, pain, headache, constipation, dry mouth, and cough, and serious side effects like kidney stones have been reported in some patients. Moreover, after prolonged use of this medication, adverse reactions such as myalgia, nausea, decreased appetite, and insomnia may occur, so caution is necessary. It is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption during treatment. Alcohol can worsen nerve damage and reduce the effectiveness of the medication. This medication may interfere with the absorption of medications containing certain metal components or with milk, so it should be taken at intervals. When taken with diabetes medications, blood sugar may drop too low, so blood sugar levels should be checked frequently and the dosage of diabetes medication adjusted if necessary. If pregnant or breastfeeding, it should be taken cautiously after consulting a doctor, and it is safer not to administer it to children under 18 due to lack of experience. In case of overdose, serious toxicity symptoms may occur, and if suspected, one should go to the hospital promptly for appropriate treatment. Store this medication away from high temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and in a safe place out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects

  • paresthesia
  • pain
  • sensory loss
  • headache
  • constipation
  • abdominal discomfort
  • nasopharyngitis
  • dry mouth
  • cough
  • cystitis
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  • diarrhea
  • burning sensation
  • nephrolithiasis
  • dry mouth
  • myalgia
  • nausea
  • decreased appetite
  • arthralgia
  • palpitations
  • insomnia
  • upper limb fractures
  • hypoglycemia
  • neurogenic bladder
  • diabetic retinopathy
  • colitis
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • worsening of disease
  • soft tissue inflammation
  • cold
  • body pain
  • plantar fasciitis
  • herniated disc
  • thyroiditis
  • increased LDH
  • increased triglycerides
  • weight loss
  • abnormal blood sugar
  • herpes zoster
  • dysuria
  • worsening of renal function disorder
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • visual snow
  • unspecified retinal vascular disorder
  • heart palpitations
  • acute abdominal pain
  • colon polyp
  • benign oral neoplasm
  • benign gastrointestinal neoplasm
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • dental caries
  • periodontitis
  • anal bleeding
  • chest pain
  • peripheral edema
  • edema
  • limb pain
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • flank pain
  • generalized edema
  • generalized weakness
  • lower back pain
  • sleep disorder
  • simple partial seizure
  • facial paralysis
  • bitter taste
  • genital pruritus
  • nail changes
  • vesicles
  • dermatitis
  • unspecified peripheral vascular disease
  • gum bleeding
  • sputum disease
  • bronchitis
  • throat infection
  • sinusitis
  • congestion
  • upper respiratory infection
  • allergic atopic rhinitis
  • dyspnea
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • gastrointestinal pain
  • skin rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • dizziness
  • sweating
  • taste disturbance
  • epigastric pain
  • dyspepsia
  • pruritus
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture exposure. Additionally, it is best to store the medication in a cool room temperature, ideally between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Greenish rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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