Boryeong Prucalopride Tablets 2 mg (Prucalopride Succinate)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally and can be taken at any time of the day, with or without meals. The recommended adult dosage is 2 mg once daily. For elderly patients aged 65 and over, the initial dose is 1 mg once daily, which may be increased to 2 mg once daily if necessary. For patients with severe renal impairment and severe hepatic impairment, the dosage is 1 mg once daily.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Those with allergies to the active ingredients or excipients should avoid taking it. It should not be used by patients with severely impaired kidney function requiring dialysis. Patients with structural or functional problems in the intestine, such as perforation, obstruction, Crohn's disease, or severe inflammatory diseases like ulcerative colitis should also refrain from taking it. This medication contains lactose and should not be taken by patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. Patients with severe renal impairment should use this medication cautiously with a reduced dosage. Its safety has not been sufficiently confirmed in patients with serious diseases affecting the liver, heart, lungs, or nervous system; therefore, caution is necessary. Special attention should be paid to patients with a history of arrhythmias or ischemic heart disease. Patients with significantly impaired liver function should also use it at a reduced dosage. Care should be taken when this medication is taken alongside other drugs that can alter the electrical properties of heartbeats. During treatment, gastrointestinal symptoms such as headaches, abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea may frequently occur, though most are mild and improve over time. Fatigue or dizziness may also be experienced, and if symptoms are severe, consult a physician. If new heart palpitations occur, notify healthcare providers immediately. The use of this medication is not recommended during pregnancy, and women of childbearing age should use effective contraception while taking it. Nursing mothers are advised to avoid this medication. The use of this medication is not recommended for children or adolescents under 18 years of age. In case of overdose, symptoms such as headache, nausea, and diarrhea may occur, requiring appropriate treatment based on the symptoms. This medication can cause dizziness or fatigue at the beginning of treatment, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Store this medication out of reach of children and in its original container to avoid moisture.

Serious side effects

Chest discomfort, ventricular premature contractions

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• tremors
• palpitations
• nausea
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• vomiting
• indigestion
• rectal bleeding

This medication should be stored in a container that is resistant to light and air, avoiding humid areas, at a cool room temperature of 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (7 tablets/PTPX4)/box