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Isotuzheng 4mg (Irsogladine Maleate)

Isotuzheng 4mg (Irsogladine Maleate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Irsogladine Maleate›4mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Cosmax Pharma Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White circular tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201900829 · Approved 2019.02.08

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions during acute gastritis and exacerbations of chronic gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers
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, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1 to 2 divided doses daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Cosmax Pharma Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions during acute gastritis and exacerbations of chronic gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers

  • Gastric ulcer
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosions
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • edema
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is effective in treating gastric ulcers and is used to improve lesions such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and edema of the gastric mucosa during acute exacerbations of acute gastritis 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, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1 to 2 divided doses daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with genetic disorders that inhibit lactose digestion. Abnormal liver function may occur during treatment with this medication, so caution is required if liver enzyme levels rise or if symptoms of liver dysfunction appear. Side effects such as constipation, diarrhea, and skin rashes may occur rarely, and immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary if symptoms arise. Symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, and loss of appetite have also been reported, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. The elderly may have weakened physical function, so it is advisable to start with a lower dose and carefully monitor their condition when taking this medication. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should only use this medication cautiously after consulting a physician if it is necessary. Breastfeeding women are advised to avoid using this medication if possible, or to discontinue breastfeeding, as this medication may be partially transferred into breast milk. The safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so it is advisable not to use it in children except in special cases.

Side effects

  • Liver dysfunction
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • constipation
  • rash
  • itching
  • diarrhea
  • elevated ALP
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • erythema
  • eczema
  • polymorphous light eruption
  • edematous erythema
  • chest tightness
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal distension
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • elevated serum Cl
  • increased white blood cells
  • elevated BUN
  • elevated total bilirubin
  • positive occult blood
  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • epigastric pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • increased SGPT
  • increased SGOT
  • duodenitis
  • bloody stool
  • 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 medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White circular tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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