Celltrion Neopah Tablets (Levosulpiride)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 25 mg of levosulpiride orally 3 times daily before meals.

This medication should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, or women who are breastfeeding. It should not be administered to patients with gastrointestinal bleeding, mechanical obstruction, or perforation, as this medication can stimulate gastrointestinal motility and may be harmful. It should not be used in patients with hypertension caused by specific tumors, as this medication can worsen blood pressure. Patients with allergic reactions or intolerance to this medication should not be given this medication. Patients with epilepsy, manic phase of bipolar disorder, or mania may experience exacerbation of symptoms, so it should not be administered. Patients with breast-related diseases should be cautious as symptoms may worsen due to side effects of this medication. This medication contains lactose and should not be administered to patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders. Patients with hypertension, children, and the elderly should be especially cautious when using this medication, particularly in children, to avoid overdose. This medication can result in symptoms like amenorrhea, galactorrhea, and gynecomastia due to hormone secretion abnormalities; if such symptoms occur, use should be stopped immediately. Rare abnormal motor symptoms such as tremors, tongue twisting, and agitation may occur, and if these symptoms appear, the medication should be discontinued. Long-term use may lead to involuntary movements around the mouth, which may persist even after stopping the medication. Gastrointestinal side effects may include dry mouth, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. Cardiac-related side effects may include hypertension or arrhythmia, so caution is necessary. A serious side effect called neuroleptic malignant syndrome may rarely occur, and if symptoms such as high fever, muscle rigidity, or changes in consciousness appear, drug use should be discontinued immediately and appropriate treatment should be administered. Other side effects such as rash, edema, flushing, lethargy, insomnia, drowsiness, dizziness, stumbling, erectile dysfunction may also rarely occur. This medication may impair alertness while driving or operating machinery, so it is advisable to avoid these activities while taking it. Caution is required when used with drugs that pose a risk of arrhythmias as the risk of cardiac problems may increase. It is advisable not to use it in pregnant or breastfeeding women as safety for the fetus or neonate has not been established. Elderly patients may experience increased drug concentration due to renal function decline, hence dosage adjustment and monitoring of adverse reactions are warranted. This medication may interact with other drugs, especially with anticholinergics, narcotic analgesics, digitalis preparations, and other psychiatric medications, so close monitoring is necessary when used with these.

• Amenorrhea
• galactorrhea
• gynecomastia
• tremor
• tongue twisting
• anxiety
• involuntary movements around the mouth
• thirst
• heartburn
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage helps to maintain the effectiveness of the medication over time.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle