Erdocapsule 300 mg (Erdosteine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2 to 3 times daily. (Take) When used for acute respiratory disease, do not administer continuously for more than 10 days.

This medication should not be used by patients with an allergy to this medication or its components. It should not be administered to patients with liver cirrhosis or cystathionine synthase deficiency as its metabolites may affect methionine metabolism. Patients with peptic ulcers should not take this medication. Patients with severe renal impairment and those with severe hepatic impairment should not use this medication. Caution is advised for patients with mild to moderate liver impairment, and they should not exceed 300 mg per day. Overdosing may result in excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing. Neurological and respiratory side effects such as headache, cold symptoms, and breathing difficulties may occur. Gastrointestinal discomfort such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn may also appear. Skin reactions like hives, red spots, and eczema may occur. Additionally, various adverse reactions including fatigue, dyspepsia, headache, itching, and rash have been reported, although a direct relation to this medication is not confirmed. Caution is advised when taking this medication with cough suppressants, as it may cause difficulty in expelling mucus from the bronchi due to reduced coughing, increasing the risk of bronchial infection and bronchospasm. Pregnant women or those who might become pregnant, and nursing mothers should avoid taking this medication due to uncertain safety.

• sweating
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• shortness of breath
• taste disorder
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

Consult with a doctor or pharmacist when taking this medication with cough medications.

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C to preserve the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

A hard capsule in pale green color with white powder inside.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle