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Idela Injection (Thioctic Acid)

Prescription medicationInjectionsExpired
Ingredient · strength
Thioctic Acid›5mg / 1mL
Manufacturer / importer
Ajou Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A pale yellow transparent liquid contained in a brown vial
Packaging
5 milliliters/vial [(5 mL/vial × 10)]
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201901147 · Approved 2019.02.25

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.02.25. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Supplementation of thioctic acid; treatment of inner ear hearing loss (toxic and noise-induced) and Leigh syndrome
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Usually, adults receive 10~25mg of thioctic acid by intravenous injection once daily. However, the dose may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Ajou Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Supplementation of thioctic acid; treatment of inner ear hearing loss (toxic and noise-induced) and Leigh syndrome

  • Intense physical labor
  • Leigh syndrome
  • subacute necrotizing encephalomyelitis
  • streptomycin toxicity
  • gentamicin toxicity
  • occupational cochlear hearing loss
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Thioctic acid is used to replenish in cases where demand increases during intense physical labor, and it also aids in the treatment of Leigh syndrome (subacute necrotizing encephalomyelitis). It is additionally used to improve toxic cochlear hearing loss and occupational noise-induced cochlear hearing loss caused by streptomycin or gentamicin. However, if no effect is observed after approximately one month of use, it is advisable not to continue use. This medication helps to improve hearing and neurological issues tailored to these diseases and situations.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Usually, adults receive 10~25mg of thioctic acid by intravenous injection once daily. However, the dose may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

There has not yet been a clear investigation regarding the adverse reactions that may occur during the use of this medication. It may affect the gastrointestinal system, potentially leading to reduced appetite, nausea, or diarrhea. Additionally, skin rashes, headaches, dizziness, and palpitations may also be experienced. Caution should be exercised when administering this medication to the elderly, as their overall bodily function tends to be decreased, necessitating adjustments in dosage. When administering this medication intravenously, it is safer to adjust the injection rate slowly and administer gradually.

Side effects

  • Loss of appetite
  • nausea
  • diarrhea
  • rash
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • palpitations

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Moreover, it is important to store it at room temperature, specifically between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A pale yellow transparent liquid contained in a brown vial

Package unit

5 milliliters/vial [(5 mL/vial × 10)]

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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