Medication info

Olcoff Capsule 300 mg (Theobromine)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Theobromine›300mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Aju Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Hard capsule filled with white powder; dark yellow upper part and white lower part
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201800889 · Approved 2018.02.22

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.03.26. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough caused by acute and chronic bronchitis and postnasal drip (rhinitis, sinusitis, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 1 capsule orally twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Aju Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough caused by acute and chronic bronchitis and postnasal drip (rhinitis, sinusitis, etc.)

  • Cough
  • rhinitis
  • sinusitis
  • post-nasal drip due to nasopharyngitis
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve cough associated with rhinitis, sinusitis or nasopharyngitis, and acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 1 capsule orally twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to xanthine derivatives or those who have previously experienced severe side effects. It should be administered cautiously in patients with conditions such as peptic ulcers, seizures, acute infectious lung diseases, liver dysfunction, nephritis, heart failure, alcoholism, hypoxemia, hypertension, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmia, myocardial infarction, and hypotension. Common side effects when taking this medication include headache, dizziness, and nausea, and various adverse reactions such as itching, rash, drowsiness, myalgia, dyspepsia, hyperuricemia, and liver function abnormalities may occur, so caution is advised. Especially in the elderly, the incidence of side effects is higher, so greater caution is necessary. In cases of viral infection or liver-kidney function impairment, in the elderly, and in patients with heart failure, the elimination of this medication may be slowed, and dosage adjustment may be required. Interactions may occur when taken with caffeine or other xanthine derivatives, central nervous system stimulants, sympathomimetics, certain antibiotics, steroids, diuretics, etc., so consultation with a physician or pharmacist is recommended. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult with healthcare professionals before taking this medication, and safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently confirmed in children and adolescents, as well as in individuals over 70 years of age. In case of overdose, symptoms such as vomiting, headache, anxiety, seizures, and arrhythmia may occur, and immediate medical treatment should be sought, with emergency measures such as gastric lavage or dialysis being necessary if required. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to containers other than the original.

Side effects

  • Headache
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • itching
  • rash
  • drowsiness
  • muscle pain
  • insomnia
  • abdominal bloating
  • loss of appetite
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  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • dry mouth
  • dysphagia
  • heartburn
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • gastric pain
  • indigestion
  • hyperuricemia
  • ALT elevation
  • AST elevation
  • edema
  • facial swelling
  • palpitations
  • pharyngitis
  • fever
  • sweating
  • fatigue
  • chills
  • chest pain
  • hemoptysis
  • sore throat
  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • tinnitus
  • dyspnea
  • gastritis
  • gastrointestinal tuberculosis
  • arrhythmia
  • bitter taste
  • hives
  • anxiety
  • excitement
  • convulsions
  • tachycardia
  • ventricular arrhythmia
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • acid/base imbalance

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Hard capsule filled with white powder; dark yellow upper part and white lower part

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle

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