Alpha-lipoic Acid 480 mg (R-lipoic Acid Tromenamine Salt)

Adult dosage

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

This medication should not be used in patients who are hypersensitive to R-lipoic Acid Tromenamine Salt. When taking this medication, side effects such as sensory abnormalities, pain, headaches, constipation, and dry mouth may occur, so caution is advised. Rarely, serious adverse reactions such as renal calculi may occur, and if symptoms arise, you should consult a healthcare professional immediately. It is advisable to avoid alcohol during treatment, as alcohol may reduce the therapeutic effects of this medication and worsen nerve damage. This medication's absorption may be hindered if taken with preparations containing iron, magnesium, calcium, or milk, so the timing of meals and medication should be adjusted accordingly. When taken together with diabetes medications, there is a risk of blood sugar dropping too low, so blood sugar should be checked frequently, and medication dosages should be adjusted as needed. For those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, this medication should only be used after careful evaluation of its benefits and risks, following the guidance of a physician. It is advisable not to administer this medication to children under 18, as safety has not been established. In case of overdose, serious poisoning symptoms such as confusion, seizures, and hypoglycemia may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention. This medication should be stored at temperatures not exceeding 30 degrees and kept in a safe place out of reach of children. Additionally, transferring this medication to another container may lead to degradation of quality, so it is safest to keep it in its original container.

• Paresthesia
• pain
• sensory loss
• headache
• constipation
• abdominal discomfort
• nasopharyngitis
• dry mouth
• cough
• cystitis

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Furthermore, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. Storing it this way will help maintain its effectiveness safely.

Appearance

Light green oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle