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Mosapril Tablet

Prescription medicationTabletOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Mosapride Citrate Dihydrate›5.29mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Alpha Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White, rectangular, film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle - 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle - 300 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle - 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201902117 · Approved 2019.04.08

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.04.08. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with functional dyspepsia (heartburn, nausea, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 15 mg per day of mosapride citrate anhydrous orally in 3 divided doses, before or after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Alpha Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of gastrointestinal symptoms associated with functional dyspepsia (heartburn, nausea, etc.)

  • Heartburn
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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Used for gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, nausea, and vomiting caused by functional dyspepsia.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 15 mg per day of mosapride citrate anhydrous orally in 3 divided doses, before or after meals.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, and should not be used by patients with hereditary lactose intolerance, lactose enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. While taking this medication, be aware that side effects like diarrhea, dry mouth, and fatigue may occur. Since it can affect liver function, if symptoms of hepatitis or liver dysfunction occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. Rarely, allergic reactions such as skin rash, urticaria, and swelling can occur, so be cautious if these symptoms appear. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and altered taste have also been reported, so it is advisable to consult a doctor if these symptoms persist. This medication may have reduced effectiveness when taken with anticholinergics, so if taken together, it is necessary to adjust the dosing interval or exercise caution. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication cautiously due to the lack of established safety. If breastfeeding, it is recommended to either avoid use or discontinue breastfeeding. The safety for children has not been confirmed, so it is advisable not to use this medication in pediatric patients. Elderly patients may experience weakened kidney and liver functions, so monitoring is necessary, and dosage adjustments may be required if needed. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to another container as this may cause accidents or degradation of quality.

Side effects

  • Diarrhea
  • loose stools
  • dry mouth
  • lethargy
  • eosinophilia
  • increased triglycerides
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated ALP
  • elevated γ-GTP
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  • fulminant hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • edema
  • leukopenia
  • abdominal distension
  • oral paralysis
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dysgeusia
  • elevated bilirubin
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • unsteadiness
  • headache
  • tremor
  • drowsiness
  • indigestion
  • excessive milk secretion

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

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture ingress. It is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White, rectangular, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle - 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle - 300 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle - 500 tablets/bottle

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