Erdosteine Capsule (Erdosteine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer erdosteine 300mg per dose orally 2~3 times daily. (Take orally) When administered for acute respiratory disease, do not use continuously for more than 10 days.

This medication should not be taken by those allergic to it or its ingredients. Those with severe liver damage or certain enzyme deficiencies may experience issues during the drug's metabolism and should avoid taking it. It is also advisable for individuals with gastric ulcers not to use this medication. Patients with severely impaired kidney function should exercise caution as taking this medication could be dangerous. Individuals with significantly reduced liver function should also avoid this medication for safety. Those with mildly impaired liver function should take this medication carefully and should not exceed 300 mg per day. Overdosing on this drug can lead to excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing. Neurological and respiratory symptoms such as headaches, cold symptoms, and difficulty breathing may occur. Gastrointestinal disturbances including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn may also be experienced. Skin reactions such as hives, red spots, and eczema may appear. Some patients have reported fatigue, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, headaches, and symptoms of facial or body swelling, although a direct connection to this drug is not certain. Caution should be exercised when taken in combination with cough medications as it may reduce coughing while complicating the expulsion of phlegm, increasing the risk of bronchial infections or bronchoconstriction. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should refrain from taking this medication as its safety has not been adequately established. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and transferring it to another container may compromise its quality.

• sweating
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• dyspnea
• dysgeusia
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken with cough syrups only with the consultation of a doctor or pharmacist.

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a light green upper and lower part containing white powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle