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Sama Chioctaciral Tablet (R-Tocopherol Methamine Salt)

Sama Chioctaciral Tablet (R-Tocopherol Methamine Salt)

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

MFDS item code 201801291 · Approved 2018.03.26

Summary

Main use
Relief of diabetic polyneuritis
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
Sama Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuritis

  • Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
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This medication is used to relieve symptoms caused by diabetic peripheral neuropathy. It reduces pain and sensory disturbances due to nerve damage, improving the patient's quality of life. It helps in the recovery of nerve function and effectively treats nerve complications resulting from diabetes.

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 should not be used by patients who are allergic to the ingredients related to R-Tocopherol Methamine Salt. Mild side effects such as sensory disturbances, pain, headache, constipation, dry mouth, and cough may occur while taking this medication, but they are mostly not severe. Rarely, serious side effects such as kidney stones or facial swelling may occur, so if abnormal symptoms appear, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. Those who frequently consume alcohol may find the efficacy of this medication diminished, so it is advisable to avoid alcoholic beverages if possible. This medication should not be taken with iron supplements, magnesium-containing medications, milk, etc., as this may interfere with the absorption in the body; a time gap should be maintained. Additionally, if using insulin or diabetes medications, it is necessary to check blood sugar levels frequently as they may drop too low. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consider the risks and benefits of this medication carefully and take it as directed by a physician. It is safer not to administer this medication to children under 18 years due to insufficient experience with its use. In case of overdose, severe toxicity symptoms or decreased consciousness may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This medication should not be stored at temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and should be kept out of reach of children in a safe place. It is also recommended 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
  • loss of appetite
  • arthralgia
  • palpitations
  • insomnia
  • upper extremity fracture
  • hypoglycemia
  • neurogenic bladder
  • diabetic retinopathy
  • colitis
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • disease exacerbation
  • 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
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • vitreous floaters
  • unspecified retinal vascular disorder
  • heart palpitations
  • acute abdominal symptoms
  • colon polyps
  • benign oral neoplasm
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • benign gastrointestinal neoplasm
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • dental caries
  • periodontitis
  • rectal bleeding
  • chest pain
  • peripheral edema
  • edema
  • limb pain
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • flank pain
  • generalized edema
  • general weakness
  • low back pain
  • sleep disturbance
  • simple partial seizure
  • facial paralysis
  • bitter taste
  • genital pruritus
  • nail changes
  • vesicles
  • dermatitis
  • gum bleeding
  • sputum disorders
  • 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 from entering. Additionally, it is best to keep the medication at a cool room temperature, between 1 degree and 30 degrees.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale green oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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