Medication info
Altioksan Tablet 480 mg (R-Tiocctic Acid Trometamol)

Altioksan Tablet 480 mg (R-Tiocctic Acid Trometamol)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
R-Thioctic Acid Tromethamine›480mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Ilhwa Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light green oval-shaped film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201708621 · Approved 2017.12.29

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Ilhwa Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy

  • Diabetic polyneuropathy
View approved original text

This medication helps relieve pain and discomfort caused by diabetic polyneuropathy. It is used to improve symptoms resulting from nerve damage, enhancing the quality of life for patients.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication contains the ingredient R-Tiocctic Acid Trometamol and should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to this ingredient. Mild side effects such as sensory disturbances, headaches, constipation, dry mouth, and cough may occur while taking this medication. Rarely, serious side effects such as nephrolithiasis or facial edema have been reported; thus, any unusual symptoms should prompt immediate consultation with a physician. When used by diabetic patients, blood glucose levels may fluctuate, making regular monitoring of blood sugar important. Symptoms of hypoglycemia such as dizziness, sweating, and headaches may occur, so caution is advised. Taking this medication with alcohol may worsen neuropathic symptoms; therefore, it is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption during treatment or intervals. This medication should not be taken with food containing metal compounds such as iron or magnesium preparations and milk; it is preferable to take such preparations separately around mealtime. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should take this medication only after carefully considering its benefits and risks according to a physician's guidance. It should not be used in children under 18 years of age, as safety has not been established. In the case of overdose, severe intoxication symptoms may appear, and immediate medical attention should be sought.

Side effects

  • paresthesia
  • pain
  • sensory loss
  • headache
  • constipation
  • abdominal discomfort
  • nasopharyngitis
  • dry mouth
  • cough
  • cystitis
Show 98 more
  • 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 the disease
  • soft tissue infection
  • cold
  • body aches
  • plantar fasciitis
  • herniated disc
  • thyroiditis
  • increased LDH
  • increased triglycerides
  • weight loss
  • abnormal blood sugar
  • shingles
  • dysuria
  • worsening of renal function
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • floaters
  • unspecified retinal vascular disorder
  • heart palpitations
  • acute abdominal symptoms
  • colonic polyps
  • benign oral neoplasm
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • benign gastrointestinal neoplasm
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • cavities
  • periodontitis
  • rectal bleeding
  • chest pain
  • peripheral edema
  • edema
  • limb pain
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • flank pain
  • systemic edema
  • general weakness
  • back pain
  • sleep disorders
  • simple partial seizure
  • facial paralysis
  • bitter taste
  • genital pruritus
  • changes in nails
  • blisters
  • 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
  • early restlessness
  • altered consciousness
  • generalized convulsions
  • lactic acidosis
  • shock
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • hemolysis
  • disseminated intravascular coagulation
  • bone marrow suppression
  • multiple organ failure

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

Storage

This medication is susceptible to air and moisture; thus, it should be stored in a sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness and safety over time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light green oval-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

Same-ingredient medicines

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.

Questions about this medicine

No questions yet.

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Related searches

Search tags

Suggested searches

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.