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Ersogladine Maleate Tablets 4mg

Prescription medicationTabletOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Irsogladine Maleate›4mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Korea Pharma Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201903614 · Approved 2019.05.31

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.05.31. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Treatment of gastric ulcers; improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute gastritis and during acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Use as follows for each condition. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to symptoms. 1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea Pharma Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of gastric ulcers; improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute gastritis and during acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis

  • Gastric ulcers
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is effective in treating gastric ulcers and is used to improve gastric mucosal lesions, such as erosion, bleeding, redness, and swelling, which may worsen in cases of acute gastritis and chronic gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

Use as follows for each condition. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to symptoms. 1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so individuals with galactose intolerance, lactose deficiency, or genetic disorders affecting glucose-galactose absorption should not take it. Abnormal liver function may occur while taking this medication, and symptoms such as increased liver enzyme levels, constipation, rash, itching, and diarrhea may appear. Rarely, symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, abdominal distension, decreased appetite, and dry mouth have also been reported, so caution is advised if these symptoms occur. Elderly patients may have weakened body functions; therefore, they should start with a lower dose and carefully monitor their condition during use. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only take this medication if its benefits outweigh the risks, and nursing mothers should avoid taking it or discontinue breastfeeding if it may transfer through breast milk. Safety in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so it should be administered cautiously to children. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container could lead to accidents or degradation of quality, so care should be taken.

Side effects

  • Liver dysfunction
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • constipation
  • rash
  • pruritus
  • diarrhea
  • elevated ALP
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • erythema
  • eczema
  • polymorphic light eruption
  • edema erythema
  • chest tightness
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal distension
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • elevated serum Cl
  • leukocytosis
  • elevated BUN
  • elevated total bilirubin
  • positive hematuria
  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • epigastric pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • increased SGPT
  • increased SGOT
  • duodenitis
  • hematochezia
  • acute cholecystitis
  • bile duct cancer
  • exacerbation of malignant neoplasm
  • palpitations
  • brain metastasis
  • heartburn
  • hematemesis
  • belching
  • fatty liver
  • abdominal pain
  • edema
  • worsening cough
  • upper respiratory infection
  • joint abnormalities
  • headache

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round 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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