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Ripigrel Extended-Release Tablet 300 mg (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Ripigrel Extended-Release Tablet 300 mg (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride›200mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
한국유니온제약(주)
Appearance
White oblong film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201903483 · Approved 2019.05.28 · Insurance code 665507440

Summary

Main use
Improvement of ischemic symptoms (ulcers, pain, etc.) in chronic arterial occlusion
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Orally administer 300 mg of Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride extended-release tablet once daily after meals. This medication should be taken whole without chewing or breaking.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한국유니온제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of ischemic symptoms (ulcers, pain, etc.) in chronic arterial occlusion

  • Chronic arterial occlusion
  • ulcers
  • pain
  • cold sensation
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This medication improves ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and cold sensation due to chronic arterial occlusion. It is used for vascular occlusive diseases such as Buerger's disease, obliterative arteriosclerosis, and diabetic peripheral vascular disease to facilitate blood circulation and alleviate symptoms. This drug helps reduce pain through improved blood flow, promotes the recovery of tissue damage, and enhances the quality of life. It is effectively used for improving these ischemic symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Orally administer 300 mg of Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride extended-release tablet once daily after meals. This medication should be taken whole without chewing or breaking.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with bleeding as it may increase the risk of bleeding. It is advisable for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant to avoid taking this medication. Women who are menstruating or have a tendency to bleed should use this medication cautiously. Patients taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs are at increased risk of bleeding and should exercise caution. Patients with severely impaired kidney function or elderly patients require special attention when using this medication. During treatment with this drug, various side effects such as rash, dyspepsia, diarrhea, headache, cough, and changes in blood pressure may occur, so any abnormal symptoms should be reported immediately. Additionally, symptoms of bleeding, anemia, liver dysfunction, and allergic reactions may occur, hence regular blood tests and medical supervision are necessary. When taken with anticoagulants, the risk of bleeding may further increase, so caution is advised when co-administered. It is recommended that women who are pregnant or breastfeeding do not take this medication, and if necessary, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established, and since there is no experience with its use, it is advisable not to administer this medication to children. This medication must be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container can adversely affect quality, so caution is needed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Rash
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
  • extreme tiredness
  • cerebral hemorrhage
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • subcutaneous bleeding
  • agranulocytosis
  • anemia
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  • thrombocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • acute hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • thunderclap headache
  • seizures
  • confusion
  • visual disturbances
  • paralysis
  • increased blood pressure
  • severe edema

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • pharyngitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • upper respiratory infection
  • dyspepsia
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • gastritis
  • gastrointestinal dysfunction
  • hypoglycemia
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  • loss of appetite
  • back pain
  • muscle weakness
  • headache
  • sensory disturbances
  • cough
  • blood pressure fluctuations
  • atrial fibrillation
  • anxiety
  • urinary difficulty
  • chills
  • warmth
  • fever
  • wounds
  • bruises
  • fractures
  • muscle pain
  • dizziness
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • spinal canal stenosis
  • gastric perforation
  • intestinal obstruction
  • exacerbation of Crohn's disease
  • hematemesis
  • liver cirrhosis
  • exacerbation of diabetes
  • angina

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.