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Alphacid Tablet 480 mg (Altiocetam Tromehtamin Salt)

Alphacid Tablet 480 mg (Altiocetam Tromehtamin Salt)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
R-Thioctic Acid Tromethamine›480mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Samchundang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Light green rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201901801 · Approved 2019.03.26 · Insurance code 651205270

Summary

Main use
Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with a sufficient amount of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Samchundang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy

  • Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
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This medication alleviates inflammation in various nerves caused by diabetes, improving symptoms. It reduces the discomfort of diabetic peripheral neuropathy and aids in the recovery of nerve function. This supports the patient's comfort in daily life.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with a sufficient amount of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Precautions

This medication contains Altiocetam Tromehtamin Salt and should not be used by patients who are allergic to this ingredient or any excipients. Additionally, this medication contains Yellow No. 4 (Tartrazine) which may cause hypersensitivity or allergic reactions in some individuals, necessitating caution during use. When taking this medication, various adverse effects may occur, including sensory disturbances, pain, headaches, constipation, abdominal discomfort, dry mouth, and cough. If symptoms are severe or persistent, consult medical personnel. Serious adverse reactions related to the kidneys, such as nephrolithiasis, have been rarely reported, so patients with a history of kidney disease should exercise particular caution. Frequent alcohol consumption may exacerbate neurological symptoms, thus it is advisable to avoid alcohol while taking this medication. This medication may interact with other drugs; therefore, it is recommended not to take it simultaneously with iron, magnesium preparations, or milk, and to monitor blood sugar levels frequently if taken with insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should take it cautiously after consulting with a doctor, and it has not been studied in individuals under 18 years of age, hence should not be administered to them. In case of suspected overdose, severe toxic symptoms may appear, and immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. When storing, avoid high temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, keep out of reach of children, and do not transfer to other containers.

Side effects

  • Paresthesia
  • pain
  • sensory loss
  • headache
  • constipation
  • abdominal discomfort
  • nasopharyngitis
  • dry mouth
  • cough
  • cystitis
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  • diarrhea
  • burning sensation
  • nephrolithiasis
  • lumbar spinal stenosis
  • facial edema
  • dry mouth
  • myalgia
  • nausea
  • decreased appetite
  • arthralgia
  • palpitations
  • insomnia
  • upper limb fracture
  • hypoglycemia
  • neurogenic bladder
  • diabetic retinopathy
  • colitis
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • worsening of disease
  • soft tissue infection
  • cold
  • body pain
  • plantar fasciitis
  • herniated disc
  • thyroiditis
  • increased LDH
  • increased triglycerides
  • weight loss
  • abnormal blood sugar
  • shingles
  • dysuria
  • exacerbation of kidney dysfunction
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • floaters
  • unspecified retinal vascular disorder
  • heart palpitations
  • acute abdominal syndrome
  • colon polyp
  • benign oral neoplasm
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • benign gastrointestinal neoplasm
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • dental caries
  • periodontitis
  • anal bleeding
  • chest pain
  • peripheral edema
  • edema
  • limb pain
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • flank pain
  • generalized edema
  • general weakness
  • back pain
  • sleep disorders
  • simple partial seizure
  • facial paralysis
  • bitter taste
  • genital pruritus
  • nail changes
  • blisters
  • dermatitis
  • unspecified peripheral vascular disease
  • gum bleeding
  • sputum disease
  • bronchitis
  • throat infection
  • sinusitis
  • congestion
  • upper respiratory tract infection
  • allergic atopic rhinitis
  • respiratory distress
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • gastrointestinal pain
  • skin rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • dizziness
  • sweating
  • taste disturbance
  • dyspepsia
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn
  • upper abdominal pain

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

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and light. It is best stored at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light green rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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