Eldotucapsule 300mg (Erdosteine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 300 mg of erdosteine orally 2~3 times daily. When administered for acute respiratory disease, do not administer continuously for more than 10 days.

This medication should not be used in patients with allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to its ingredients. It should also not be administered to patients with liver cirrhosis or specific enzyme deficiencies, as its metabolites can affect bodily metabolism. It is advisable to refrain from using this medication in patients with peptic ulcer or severe kidney and liver dysfunction. Patients with mild to moderate liver dysfunction should be cautious and not exceed 300mg per day when using this medication. Patients with diabetes or on a low-calorie diet should be careful when using this medication in syrup form. This medication contains Yellow No. 5 dye, and patients with allergies to this ingredient should use it with caution. In case of overdose, symptoms such as sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing may occur; therefore, it is important to adhere to the prescribed dosage. Side effects such as headaches, coughing, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, skin rash may occur, and if any unusual symptoms appear, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required. Caution is necessary when used with expectorants, as it may increase the risk of infection due to difficulty in expelling phlegm from the bronchi. It is advisable for pregnant or lactating women to avoid using this medication as safety has not been established.

• sweating
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• shortness of breath
• taste disorder
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

Do not administer this medication in conjunction with cough suppressants.

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Hard capsule containing white powder with a green upper part and a light yellow lower part.

Package unit

Bottle pack - 30 capsules/bottle, Bottle pack - 100 capsules/bottle