Medication info

Droniz Syrup (Levodropropizine)

Prescription medicationSyrupOral
Ingredient · strength
Levodropropizine›600mg / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
Huons Meditech Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Colorless syrup with added strawberry flavor in an opaque white plastic bottle
Packaging
500mL/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201802589 · Notified 2018.06.20 · Insurance code 670402001

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 60 mg of levodropropizine orally 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.
Child dose
Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10~20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally 3 times daily. 20~30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally 3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Huons Meditech Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis

  • Cough
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve cough symptoms caused by acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 60 mg of levodropropizine orally 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10~20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally 3 times daily. 20~30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally 3 times daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by anyone who is allergic to this medication or its components. It is advisable not to use this medication in individuals with excessive bronchial mucus secretion or abnormalities in mucociliary function. Pregnant women, those who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers should also avoid taking this medication. People with severely impaired liver function must consult a doctor before taking this medication. Extra caution is necessary for individuals with very weak heart function, severely reduced kidney function, and children under the age of 2 while using this medication. Taking this medication may result in gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, and vomiting. Central nervous system symptoms such as fatigue, headache, and dizziness, as well as symptoms of rapid heartbeat may also be experienced. Very rarely, skin allergic reactions can occur, and severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis have been reported. This medication can occasionally cause drowsiness or a semi-conscious state, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery; this effect may be intensified when taken with alcohol. Extra caution is needed when taken in conjunction with sedatives. It should be stored out of the reach of children, and transferring the medication to another container should be avoided as it may cause accidents or degradation of quality.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • carbonated gas
  • dyspepsia
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • fatigue
  • dysfunction
  • half-life
  • coma
  • headache
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  • dizziness
  • palpitations
  • allergic reactions
  • anaphylactic reactions

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, avoid storing the medication in locations that are too hot or too cold, and it is best stored at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, which is normal room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Colorless syrup with added strawberry flavor in an opaque white plastic bottle

Package unit

500mL/bottle

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