Alphaside 480 mg (R-alpha-lipoic acid amide)

Adult dose

Adults: Take 480 mg of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

This medication is primarily composed of R-alpha-lipoic acid amide and is used in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy. It should not be administered to patients with an allergy to R-alpha-lipoic acid amide, thioctic acid, or other excipients. Sensory disturbances, pain, headache, constipation, abdominal discomfort, dry mouth, cough, cystitis, diarrhea, burning sensation, etc., may occur during use; if any unusual symptoms appear, medical consultation should be sought immediately. Rarely, allergic reactions such as skin rash, hives, or itching, as well as gastrointestinal symptoms (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc.) may occur. This medication may affect blood sugar control, so patients taking insulin or diabetes medications should monitor their blood sugar frequently and may need to adjust their medication dosage if necessary. Consumption of alcohol can reduce the therapeutic effect of this medication, so diabetic neuropathy patients are advised to avoid alcohol consumption, including during any drug-free periods. This medication may affect absorption when taken with preparations containing metal components or milk, so dosing times may need to be adjusted. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should follow medical advice after discussing the potential effects of this medication on the fetus or infant. It is not used in children under 18 years old as safety and efficacy have not been established. Severe toxicity symptoms may occur in case of overdose, so dosage must be strictly followed, and immediate medical attention should be sought in case of suspicion of overdose. During storage, avoid high temperatures above 30 degrees and keep out of reach of children; it is safe to store in the original container.

• paresthesia
• pain
• sensory loss
• headache
• constipation
• abdominal discomfort
• nasopharyngitis
• dry mouth
• cough
• cystitis

This medication can be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is also advisable to keep the medication at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding places that are too hot or too cold.

Appearance

Light green, oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle