Chiotec-HR Tablets 600 mg (Alpha-Lipoic Acid)

Adult dose

Adults: Take 600 milligrams of thioctic acid once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

This medicine contains alpha-lipoic acid and should not be used in certain patients. Especially, it should not be administered to individuals who are allergic to this medicine or to children and adolescents. During administration, gastrointestinal symptoms such as rare occurrences of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may present. Additionally, allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itching may occur. There may be rare occurrences of blood sugar lowering, so caution is advised if symptoms like dizziness, sweating, or headaches develop. Altered taste and taste disorders have also been reported. Individuals who frequently consume alcohol may find the effectiveness of this medication diminished, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol as much as possible. In particular, patients with diabetic neuropathy should refrain from drinking during treatment and during intervals between treatments. This medication may reduce the effectiveness of the specific cancer drug cisplatin, so it is advisable to not take them together. Additionally, taking it together with preparations containing iron, magnesium, calcium, or milk may result in poor absorption of the medication in the body, so it is necessary to space out the dosing. When taken with insulin or other diabetes medications that lower blood sugar, there is a risk of blood sugar dropping too low, so blood sugar levels should be checked frequently, and medication doses may need adjustment as needed. Pregnant or nursing women should consult a physician before using this medication and should be administered cautiously if necessary. In case of overdose, serious toxic symptoms may appear, and if suspected, immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should not be stored above 30 degrees Celsius and should be kept in a secure location out of the reach of children. Also, it should be stored in its original container and not transferred to another container.

• nausea
• vomiting
• gastrointestinal pain
• diarrhea
• skin rash
• hives
• itching
• dizziness
• sweating
• headache

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be safely preserved.

Appearance

Green oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle