Eldosting Capsule (Erdostein)

Adult dose

Adults: The usual dose of erdosteine is 300 mg orally 2～3 times daily. Do not administer for more than 10 consecutive days when used for acute respiratory disease.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Patients who are allergic to this medication or have previously shown hypersensitivity should not take it. Patients with liver cirrhosis or cystathionine synthase deficiency should avoid using this medication as its metabolites can affect methionine metabolism in the body. Patients with peptic ulcers should be cautious as this medication may worsen their symptoms. Patients with severe renal impairment and severe liver impairment are advised not to take this medication as it may not be properly metabolized in the body, leading to the risk of adverse effects. Mild and moderate liver impairment patients should be careful not to exceed 300 mg per day when using this medication, as adverse reactions may occur, requiring cautious use. Diabetic patients or those on a low-calorie diet should pay particular attention when using this medication in syrup form. This medication contains Yellow No. 5, and patients with allergies to this ingredient or a history of hypersensitivity should be cautious while taking it. Overdosing on this medication can lead to symptoms such as sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing, so the prescribed dosage must be strictly adhered to. Side effects such as headaches, cold symptoms, breathing difficulties, taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, heartburn, skin rashes, or itching may occur. Caution should be taken when using this medication along with cough medicine, as it may increase the risk of bronchial infection due to difficulty expelling mucus from the bronchi. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women should preferably not take this medication due to uncertain safety. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to other containers may cause accidents or quality deterioration.

• perspiration
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• shortness of breath
• taste disorder
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist if taken together with cough medicine.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air from entering, and it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a green upper part and a yellowish-brown lower part containing a white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle