Kyungdong Ripigrel Tablets 100mg (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Take 100 mg of sarpogrelate hydrochloride orally three times a day after meals. Adjust according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients with bleeding. In cases of bleeding disorders such as hemophilia or gastrointestinal ulcers, the risk of bleeding may increase. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not take this medication due to reported harmful effects on the fetus in animal studies. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should avoid taking it. Women who are menstruating, patients with a tendency to bleed, and those taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents should use this medication with caution due to an increased risk of bleeding. Patients with severely impaired kidney function and the elderly may require dosage adjustments and monitoring of their condition, as the drug may remain in the body longer and increase the risk of side effects. During the use of this medication, patients should be closely monitored for bleeding symptoms, liver dysfunction, or blood abnormalities, and if any abnormal symptoms occur, they should stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rash or itching may occur; if these symptoms arise, the medication should be discontinued. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting, stomatitis, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may occur, so be cautious if these symptoms appear. It is recommended to regularly monitor liver function and blood status with blood tests during the use of this medication. Using this medication alongside anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents may increase the risk of bleeding, so caution is required when co-administering. Nursing women should avoid taking this medication as it may be excreted in breast milk; if necessary to take, it is advisable to discontinue breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been established, so it is recommended not to use this medication in children. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and not transferred to another container for safety.

Serious side effects

Tendency to bleed (gastrointestinal bleeding, cerebral hemorrhage, subcutaneous bleeding), agranulocytosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, acute hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, urticaria

Mild side effects

• Vomiting
• stomatitis
• nausea
• foreign body sensation (esophagus)
• heartburn
• abdominal pain
• constipation
• loss of appetite
• abdominal bloating
• diarrhea

This medication can be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle