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Saporrel Extended Release 300 mg (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Saporrel Extended Release 300 mg (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

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

MFDS item code 201903506 · Approved 2019.05.28 · Insurance code 653404380

Summary

Main use
Improvement of ischemic symptoms such as chronic arterial occlusive disease (ulcers, pain, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride extended-release 300 mg is administered orally once daily after meals. This medication should be taken intact without chewing or crushing.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
동국제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of ischemic symptoms such as chronic arterial occlusive disease (ulcers, pain, etc.)

  • Chronic arterial occlusive disease
  • ulcers
  • pain
  • coldness
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This medication is used to improve ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness caused by chronic arterial occlusive disease. It alleviates symptoms caused by vascular diseases such as Buerger's disease, occlusive atherosclerosis, and diabetic peripheral vascular disease, thereby enhancing the quality of life for patients and promoting blood circulation. By improving these symptoms, it helps reduce discomfort in daily life and assists in pain relief. Consequently, it is used to effectively treat ischemic symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride extended-release 300 mg is administered orally once daily after meals. This medication should be taken intact without chewing or crushing.

Precautions

This medication is not safe for use in patients with bleeding complications, as those with conditions such as hemophilia or gastrointestinal ulcers are at higher risk of worsening bleeding. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant are advised not to take this medication due to potential harm to the fetus. Women who are menstruating or patients with tendencies toward bleeding should be cautious as the risk of bleeding may increase with this medication. Patients taking anticoagulants or platelet aggregation inhibitors should consult a doctor before use, as the risk of bleeding may be heightened. Patients with severely impaired renal function or elderly individuals should be careful during administration as drug excretion may be affected. During the use of this medication, various adverse reactions such as urticaria, dyspepsia, headache, and cough may occur, so it is important to inform healthcare professionals immediately if any symptoms arise. Serious side effects such as bleeding, anemia, liver dysfunction, and hypersensitivity reactions may occur, so regular blood tests and health status checks are crucial. This medication may increase the risk of bleeding when combined with anticoagulants or platelet aggregation inhibitors, so it is essential to consult a professional before taking them together. It is advisable for pregnant or breastfeeding women not to take this medication, and if it must be taken, it is safer to cease breastfeeding. Safety in pediatric populations has not been adequately established, so it is preferable not to use this medication in children. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers should be avoided to help maintain its quality and safety.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Urticaria, bleeding tendency (gastrointestinal bleeding, intracerebral hemorrhage, subcutaneous bleeding), agranulocytosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, acute hepatitis, liver dysfunction, jaundice, rashes, itching, respiratory distress, angina, myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, stroke, worsening of kidney dysfunction, peripheral edema, facial swelling, pneumonia, pyelonephritis, cirrhosis, fractures, gastric perforation, intestinal obstruction, hematemesis, worsening diabetes

Mild side effects

  • Pharyngitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • upper respiratory tract infection
  • dyspepsia
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • gastritis
  • gastrointestinal dysfunction
  • hypoglycemia
  • decreased appetite
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  • back pain
  • muscle weakness
  • headache
  • sensory disturbances
  • cough
  • blood pressure fluctuations
  • atrial fibrillation
  • anxiety
  • urinary difficulties
  • chills
  • warmth
  • fever
  • wounds
  • dizziness
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • spinal stenosis
  • hematemesis
  • bruising
  • frequent urination
  • increased urine volume
  • incontinence
  • discomfort in the vulva
  • tinnitus
  • insomnia
  • dry mouth
  • oral irritation
  • major

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help retain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

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.
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