Medication info

Theobencapsule 300 mg (Theobromine)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Theobromine›300mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
NBK Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Hard capsule with a yellow upper part containing white powder and a white lower part
Packaging
Bottle - 30 capsules/bottle, Bottle - 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201904277 · Notified 2019.06.20

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2023.10.17. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough due to acute and chronic bronchitis and postnasal drip (from rhinitis, sinusitis, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 1 capsule per dose orally twice daily

Ingredients

Manufacturer
NBK Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough due to acute and chronic bronchitis and postnasal drip (from rhinitis, sinusitis, etc.)

  • Coughing
  • post-nasal drip
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve cough caused by post-nasal drip from rhinitis, sinusitis, or rhinosinusitis and acute or chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 1 capsule per dose orally twice daily

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to xanthine drugs or who have previously experienced severe side effects. Patients with certain health conditions such as peptic ulcers, seizures, severe lung diseases, liver dysfunction, nephritis, heart failure, alcohol addiction, hypoxia, hypertension, and heart diseases should exercise special caution when using this medication. Commonly reported symptoms while taking this medication include headache, dizziness, and nausea, and various side effects such as itching, rash, drowsiness, indigestion, and liver function abnormalities can occur. Elderly patients may have a higher incidence of side effects, so caution is advised. In cases of viral infections or impaired liver and kidney function, heart failure patients, and older adults, the rate of elimination of this medication from the body may slow down, necessitating dosage adjustments. Drug interactions may occur when taken with caffeine or other xanthine drugs, central nervous system stimulants, certain antibiotics, and heart-related medications, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is recommended. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should use this medication cautiously under medical supervision as its safety has not been fully established. Care should be taken in the use of this medication in children and adolescents under 18 years of age and in elderly patients over 70 years old, as its safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently proven. In cases of overdose, severe symptoms such as vomiting, headache, seizures, and cardiac arrhythmias can occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers to ensure safety and quality maintenance.

Side effects

  • headache
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • itching
  • rash
  • drowsiness
  • muscle pain
  • insomnia
  • abdominal bloating
  • loss of appetite
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  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • thirst
  • difficulty swallowing
  • heartburn
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • gastric pain
  • indigestion
  • hyperuricemia
  • ALT elevation
  • AST elevation
  • edema
  • facial swelling
  • palpitations
  • pharyngitis
  • fever
  • sweating
  • fatigue
  • chills
  • chest pain
  • hemoptysis
  • sore throat
  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • tinnitus
  • dyspnea
  • gastritis
  • gastrointestinal tuberculosis
  • arrhythmia
  • bitter taste
  • urticaria
  • anxiety
  • excitement
  • convulsions
  • tachycardia
  • ventricular arrhythmia
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • acid/base imbalance

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 air or moisture ingress. It is best to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Hard capsule with a yellow upper part containing white powder and a white lower part

Package unit

Bottle - 30 capsules/bottle, Bottle - 300 capsules/bottle

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