Dutchd H.R. Tablet (Thioctic Acid)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to α-lipoic acid or other excipients. Also, due to insufficient clinical experience in children and adolescents, this medication should not be administered to patients in these age groups. While taking this medication, gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may occur rarely. Skin may occasionally experience allergic reactions such as rashes, urticaria, and itching. There may be symptoms similar to hypoglycemia, including dizziness, sweating, headache, and vision disturbances, due to low blood sugar, so caution is advised. Additionally, taste disturbances have been reported rarely. Frequent alcohol consumption during the use of this medication may exacerbate nerve damage and decrease therapeutic efficacy, so it is advisable to avoid it and not consume alcohol during drug-free periods. This medication may reduce the effectiveness of the specific anticancer drug cisplatin. Additionally, taking it together with iron, magnesium preparations, or milk containing calcium can result in the formation of substances that do not dissolve well in the body, so it is advisable not to take them together. In such cases, it is preferable to take this medication 30 minutes before breakfast and take iron or magnesium preparations at lunch or dinner. When taken with insulin or oral anti-diabetic drugs, this medication may increase blood sugar-lowering effects, so it is necessary to check blood sugar frequently in the initial stages of treatment, and the dosage of anti-diabetic medications may need to be adjusted to prevent hypoglycemia. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should take this medication under medical supervision after carefully evaluating its benefits and risks. There is no clear information on the effects of this drug on the fetus or newborn, so consultation with a specialist is necessary. In the case of overdose, severe poisoning symptoms may occur, initially presenting as anxiety and confusion, and more severe cases may lead to generalized convulsions and lactic acidosis. In such a case, appropriate treatment, such as inducing vomiting, gastric lavage, or administering activated charcoal, should be sought immediately, and severe symptoms may require intensive care. This medication should not be stored at temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and should be kept in a safe place out of the reach of children. Also, transferring it to another container may adversely affect its quality, so caution should be observed.

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

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to avoid exposure to air and moisture, and it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage maintains the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

Green oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle