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Daewoong Bio R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Tablets (R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Tromethamine Salt)

Daewoong Bio R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Tablets (R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Tromethamine Salt)

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

MFDS item code 201803005 · Approved 2018.07.20 · Insurance code 694001770

Summary

Main use
Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewoong Bio Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy

  • Diabetic polyneuropathy
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This medication is used to relieve symptoms associated with diabetic polyneuropathy.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid Tromethamine Salt or any of the ingredients contained in this product. During the course of this medication, symptoms such as sensory disturbances, pain, headache, constipation, and dry mouth may occur, so caution is advised. Serious side effects, such as kidney stones or facial swelling, may rarely occur; therefore, any unusual symptoms should be discussed with a healthcare professional immediately. This medication is used for patients with diabetic neuropathy, and alcohol consumption may interfere with its therapeutic effects, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol. Interactions with other medications may occur, especially with iron, magnesium preparations, and milk; if you are taking blood sugar-lowering medications, you should regularly check your blood sugar levels. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should use this medication with caution, after consulting a physician; it should not be used in children under 18 years of age. In case of overdose, severe toxicity symptoms may occur, so immediate medical attention is necessary. This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. Storage temperatures should be maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius, and it should be kept out of reach of children; transferring to other containers should be avoided.

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 fractures
  • hypoglycemia
  • neurogenic bladder
  • diabetic retinopathy
  • colitis
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • disease worsening
  • soft tissue infection
  • cold
  • body aches
  • plantar fasciitis
  • herniated disc
  • thyroiditis
  • increased LDH
  • increased triglycerides
  • weight loss
  • abnormal blood sugar
  • dysuria
  • worsening kidney function
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • floaters
  • unspecified retinal vascular disorder
  • heart palpitations
  • acute abdomen
  • colon polyp
  • benign oral neoplasm
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • benign gastrointestinal neoplasm
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • dental caries
  • periodontitis
  • anal bleeding
  • chest pain
  • peripheral edema
  • edema
  • limb pain
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • flank pain
  • generalized edema
  • general weakness
  • low back pain
  • sleep disorder
  • simple partial seizure
  • facial paralysis
  • bitter taste
  • genital pruritus
  • changes in nails
  • vesicles
  • dermatitis
  • unspecified peripheral vascular disease
  • gum bleeding
  • sputum disease
  • bronchitis
  • throat infection
  • sinusitis
  • congestion
  • upper respiratory infection
  • allergic atopic rhinitis
  • shortness of breath
  • 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 avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale green oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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