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Tirophamine Tablets (Tiropramide Hydrochloride)

Tirophamine Tablets (Tiropramide Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tiropramide Hydrochloride›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
HLB Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201803125 · Approved 2018.07.30 · Insurance code 647303450

Summary

Main use
Relief of abdominal cramps and pain (such as those caused by gallstones) and acute colicky pain (such as biliary colic)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 100㎎ per dose orally 2-3 times daily as tiropamide hydrochloride. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
HLB Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of abdominal cramps and pain (such as those caused by gallstones) and acute colicky pain (such as biliary colic)

  • Acute spasmodic pain
  • biliary colic
  • abdominal pain
  • renal colic
  • ureteral colic
  • abdominal cramps
  • pain
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This medicine is effective for acute cramping pain such as biliary colic, abdominal pain due to various causes, and acute spasmodic pain in the kidneys and ureters. It is also used for abdominal cramps and pain associated with gastrointestinal dysmotility, cholelithiasis, cholecystitis, and post-surgical adhesions. Therefore, it helps relieve various cramping pain associated with the abdomen.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 100㎎ per dose orally 2-3 times daily as tiropamide hydrochloride. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with gastrointestinal narrowing. This is because the drug can cause issues in cases where the gastrointestinal tract is narrowed due to external stimuli. It should also not be given to patients with megacolon or in a state of dehydration. Patients who have an allergic reaction to this drug must not use it. This drug is not suitable for patients with severe liver failure. This medication contains lactose, so patients who are genetically unable to break down lactose should avoid taking it. This includes cases of galactose intolerance, congenital lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Although this drug does not have anticholinergic effects, caution should be exercised in patients with glaucoma or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Taking this medication may lead to symptoms like dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, and constipation. If allergic symptoms such as itching or red spots appear on the skin, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Patients taking blood pressure-lowering medications should be careful, as taking this medication in excess may lower blood pressure too much. Pregnant women should only take this medication under the guidance of a physician, as no specific abnormalities were found in animal studies. This medication must be stored out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to another container to prevent accidents or deterioration of the medication's quality.

Side effects

  • dry mouth
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • itching
  • erythema

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

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.
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