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Altro Tablet 480mg (Altioktooctantracetamide)

Altro Tablet 480mg (Altioktooctantracetamide)

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

MFDS item code 201708455 · Approved 2017.12.20 · Insurance code 671806550

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewon Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy

  • Diabetic polyneuropathy
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This medication helps alleviate neuralgia and tingling sensations caused by diabetic polyneuropathy. It helps reduce discomfort for patients and contributes to the improvement of nerve function.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication contains the ingredient Altioktooctantracetamide, and individuals allergic to this ingredient or similar substances should not take it. While taking this medication, rare side effects such as sensory abnormalities, pain, headache, constipation, and dry mouth may occur. Additionally, severe side effects such as kidney stones may also rarely arise, so caution is needed. Individuals who frequently consume alcohol may find that the effectiveness of this medication decreases, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol as much as possible, including during breaks from the medication. This medication may interact with certain metal-containing drugs or milk, which can reduce its effectiveness. It is advisable to space the intake of these foods or medications. When taken with diabetes medications, blood sugar may drop too low, so blood sugar should be monitored frequently and diabetes medication dosages adjusted if necessary. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should use this medication cautiously after consulting with a doctor, and it is safer not to use it in children under 18 years of age due to a lack of experience. In case of overdose, serious symptoms such as confusion, seizures, and hypoglycemia may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention. This medication should not be stored at temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and should be kept out of the reach of children. It is also advisable not to transfer the tablets to another container.

Side effects

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

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to keep the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale green, rectangular, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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