Dioxide HR 600 mg (Thioct acid)

Adult dose

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

This medication contains α-lipoic acid. First, individuals who are allergic to this medicine or have previously had hypersensitivity reactions to excipients should not take it. Additionally, due to insufficient safety validation for children and adolescents, this medicine should not be used in children and adolescents. Rarely, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or diarrhea may occur after taking this medication. Allergic reactions such as rashes, hives, or itching may also be observed on the skin. Moreover, low blood sugar may cause symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, headaches, or vision disturbances, so caution is needed. Occasionally, taste disturbances have been reported. While taking this medication, it is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption. Alcohol can worsen nerve damage and diminish the therapeutic effect of this medication. Caution should be exercised when taking this medication with other drugs. Especially, if taken with preparations containing iron, magnesium, or calcium, or with milk, the efficacy may be reduced, so the timing of administration should be adjusted. Additionally, combining it with insulin or oral antidiabetic drugs may pose a risk of excessively low blood sugar; thus, frequent monitoring of blood sugar levels is necessary. If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking this medication as its safety has not been fully established. In the case of overdosing, severe poisoning symptoms may occur, so immediate medical attention is required. Poisoning symptoms may include altered consciousness, generalized seizures, hypoglycemia, and shock. Finally, this medication should not be stored at temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and must be kept out of reach of children. Also, transferring the medication to another container may alter its quality, so it is best to store it in the original container.

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medication’s efficacy and safety for a long time.

Appearance

Yellow-green, biconvex, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle