Medication info

Theramin Capsule (Theobromine)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Theobromine›300mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Seongwon Adcock Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Hard gelatin capsule with a yellow upper part and a white lower part filled with white powder
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201801726 · Notified 2018.04.23

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.03.10. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Seongwon Adcock Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough caused by acute or chronic bronchitis or postnasal drip (such as from rhinitis or sinusitis)

  • Cough
  • rhinitis
  • sinusitis
  • nasopharyngitis
  • postnasal drip
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve cough caused by postnasal drip due to rhinitis, sinusitis, or nasopharyngitis, as well as cough due to acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 1 capsule orally twice daily.

Precautions

This drug should not be administered to patients who are hypersensitive to xanthine compounds or have a history of severe side effects. Caution is advised when administering to patients with peptic ulcers, convulsive symptoms, acute infectious pulmonary diseases, tuberculosis, liver disorders, acute nephritis, congestive heart failure, alcohol dependence, hypoxemia, hypertension, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, tachyarrhythmias, myocardial infarction, and hypotension. Common side effects while taking this drug may include headaches, dizziness, nausea; sometimes symptoms like itching, rash, drowsiness, myalgia, insomnia, dyspepsia, constipation, diarrhea, thirst, dysphagia, heartburn, vomiting, abdominal pain, hyperuricemia, altered liver function, edema, palpitations, pharyngitis, fever, sweating may occur. Particularly in the elderly, the incidence of side effects may be slightly higher, so caution is needed. Patients with viral infections or liver/kidney function impairments, elderly patients, and heart failure patients may experience delayed elimination of this drug from the body, necessitating caution during administration. Drug interactions may occur when taken in conjunction with caffeinated beverages, other xanthine drugs, central nervous system stimulants, sympathomimetics, some antibiotics, steroids, diuretics, etc.; therefore, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is recommended. Pregnant or potentially pregnant women, as well as nursing mothers, should carefully decide on taking this drug based on a doctor's judgment, and safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently confirmed in children under 18 years and elderly individuals over 70 years. In case of overdose, symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, headache, insomnia, anxiety, seizures, and arrhythmias, and immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This drug should be stored out of the reach of children, and it is essential not to transfer it to another container, which is important for maintaining quality.

Side effects

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

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or humidity. Additionally, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's therapeutic effect.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Hard gelatin capsule with a yellow upper part and a white lower part filled with white powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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