Limapera Tablets (Limaprost Alpha-Dex)

Adult dosage

1. For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness due to thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets orally 3 times daily. 2. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower-limb pain and numbness) and walking ability due to acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (in patients with a normal SLR test and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet orally 3 times daily. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with hereditary diseases that affect lactose digestion. Caution should be exercised for patients at risk of bleeding or patients taking medications that affect blood coagulation. Allergic reactions such as skin rash or itching may occur from using this medication, so it should be discontinued immediately if such symptoms arise. Bleeding may rarely occur, so symptoms should be closely monitored, and administration should be stopped if abnormalities are observed. Gastrointestinal disturbances may present as diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, or heartburn, so caution is advised. It may affect liver function, and liver enzyme levels may rise, so it's important to check liver health status. Symptoms such as rapid heartbeat or low blood pressure may occur, so the patient's condition should be closely monitored. Various side effects can occur, including headache, facial flushing, dizziness, heat sensation, trembling, edema, and anemia. In patients with lumbar spinal stenosis, the decision to continue medication should be based on changes in symptoms. The effectiveness of this medication is not certain for severe spinal stenosis, so other treatments should be considered if surgery is necessary. Safety during pregnancy has not been established, and uterine contractions have been reported in animal studies, so avoid use during pregnancy. Safety in children has not been confirmed, so it is advisable not to use it in pediatric patients. Elderly patients may have decreased bodily functions, so the dosage should be adjusted or used cautiously. Administering large amounts to healthy adults may temporarily lower blood pressure, so avoid overdose.

• Rash
• itching
• hemorrhage
• diarrhea
• nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• heartburn
• vomiting

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and light. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature of 1 to 30 degrees Celsius when storing the medication. This will help maintain the drug's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

84 tablets/Alu-Alu (21 tablets/Alu-Alu X 4)