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Letor Tablet 2 mg (Irsogladine Maleate)

Letor Tablet 2 mg (Irsogladine Maleate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Irsogladine Maleate›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Anguk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201803041 · Approved 2018.07.23 · Insurance code 650204920

Summary

Main use
Treatment of gastric ulcers and improvement of gastric mucosal lesions during acute exacerbations of acute or chronic gastritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Anguk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of gastric ulcers and improvement of gastric mucosal lesions during acute exacerbations of acute or chronic gastritis

  • Gastric ulcers
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosions
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • edema
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is effective in the treatment of gastric ulcers and is used to improve gastric mucosal lesions such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and edema that occur during acute exacerbations of acute and chronic gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Precautions

This medicine contains lactose and should not be taken by individuals with genetic conditions that prevent lactose breakdown. When using this drug, side effects such as liver dysfunction, constipation, rash, itching, and diarrhea may occur. It is particularly important to regularly check liver function as liver enzyme levels may increase. Additionally, symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, and decreased appetite may occur rarely, so caution is needed. Elderly patients should start at a lower dose and closely monitor their condition. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only take this medication after consulting with a doctor when the benefits outweigh the risks. Breastfeeding women should avoid taking this drug as it can be transmitted through breast milk, and if it is necessary to take it, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Safety in children has not been sufficiently established, so it should be administered with caution. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children and do not transfer it to another container. If any abnormal symptoms occur while taking this medicine, it is important to notify medical personnel immediately and seek advice.

Side effects

  • Liver function abnormalities
  • ALT (GPT) elevation
  • AST (GOT) elevation
  • constipation
  • rash
  • pruritus
  • diarrhea
  • ALP elevation
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • erythema
  • eczema
  • polymorphic erythema
  • angioedema
  • chest tightness
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal distension
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • serum Cl elevation
  • leukocytosis
  • BUN elevation
  • total bilirubin elevation
  • positive hematuria
  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • epigastric pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • SGPT increase
  • SGOT increase
  • duodenitis
  • hematochezia
  • acute cholecystitis
  • bile duct cancer
  • exacerbation of malignant neoplasm
  • palpitations
  • brain metastasis
  • heartburn
  • hematemesis
  • belching
  • fatty liver
  • abdominal pain
  • edema
  • worsening cough
  • upper respiratory infection
  • joint abnormalities
  • headache

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

Storage

This medicine must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to keep the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.