Limamax Tablets (Rimaprost Alpha-Dex)

Adult dosage

1. For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness due to thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger’s disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets orally 3 times daily. 2. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower-limb pain and numbness) and walking ability due to acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (patients with a normal SLR test and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet orally 3 times daily. The dose may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This medicine should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This medication contains lactose and should not be administered to individuals with genetic problems that prevent lactose digestion. Patients with tendencies for bleeding or those taking antiplatelet agents, thrombolytics, or anticoagulants should exercise caution when using this drug. Taking this medicine may result in allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itching; if such symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately. Rarely, bleeding can occur; if unusual symptoms arise, stop taking the medication and consult a physician. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include diarrhea, nausea, abdominal discomfort, loss of appetite, and heartburn. It may affect liver function, leading to elevated liver enzyme levels; thus, regular testing may be required. Symptoms such as rapid heartbeat or blue discoloration of the extremities and low blood pressure may occur. Headache, facial flushing, dizziness, warmth, shaking, edema, and anemia may also occur infrequently. Patients with lumbar spinal canal stenosis should carefully monitor changes in symptoms to determine whether to continue taking the medication. The effectiveness of this drug is not certain for patients with severe spinal canal stenosis who require surgery. Safety during pregnancy has not been established; therefore, it should not be administered to pregnant individuals. Uterine contractions have been reported in animal studies. Safety in pediatric patients has not been confirmed, and there is no experience using it in children. Elderly patients may have diminished physiological function, so dosage adjustments and additional caution are necessary. Administration of high doses to healthy adults may temporarily lower blood pressure, so caution is advised.

• Rash
• itching
• bleeding
• diarrhea
• nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• heartburn
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or humidity. Additionally, avoid extremely hot or cold environments, and store at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

84 tablets/Alu-Alu (21 tablets/Alu-Alu x 4)