Dong-A Pharmaceutical Maibora Tablets

Adult dosage

Take 1 tablet daily for 21 consecutive days in the indicated order, followed by a 7-day break. It is advisable to take it at the same time daily if possible. When starting for the first time, begin taking on the first day of menstruation, and for the first 7 days of usage, it is essential to use an additional non-hormonal contraceptive method. If a dose is missed, take immediately if less than 12 hours have elapsed since the scheduled time.

This drug may significantly increase the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects like thrombosis in women who smoke, therefore, women over 35 should avoid smoking and should not use this drug if they are smokers. This drug should not be administered to patients with certain diseases or medical histories. For example, women with estrogen-dependent tumors (such as breast cancer or endometrial cancer), thromboembolic disorders (such as thromboembolism, deep vein thrombosis), cerebrovascular or coronary artery disease, moderate to severe hypertension, liver impairment, women who are pregnant or may be pregnant, nursing mothers, and patients with certain hereditary metabolic disorders should not take this drug. This drug should be used cautiously in women over 40, patients with epilepsy, those with a family history of breast cancer or hyperlipidemia, patients with endometriosis, asthma, or peripheral blood circulation disorders, and consultation with a doctor before use is necessary. During treatment with this drug, side effects such as headache, depression, breast pain, dyspepsia, skin rash may occur. If symptoms related to cardiovascular problems (thrombosis, stroke, myocardial infarction, etc.) appear, immediate consultation with medical personnel is required. Because this drug increases the risk of thrombosis, utmost caution is required for those with family history of thrombosis or factors such as obesity, prolonged immobility, and smoking, and it may be suspended before and after surgery or in situations with prolonged limitations on movement. If pregnant or possibly pregnant, this drug must be discontinued immediately, and it is also advisable for nursing mothers to avoid using this drug. This drug may interact with other medications, so if you are currently taking any medication, you should inform and consult with your doctor or pharmacist. Particularly, the contraceptive effect may be reduced when used in conjunction with drugs that induce liver enzymes, some antibiotics, anticonvulsants, or antiviral drugs. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, abdominal pain may occur, and since there is no specific antidote, treatment according to symptoms is necessary. This drug may affect blood test results, so regular check-ups and monitoring are important. This drug should be stored out of reach of children and avoid transferring to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eyes mucosa, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attack, cough with fever accompanied by respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination.

Mild side effects

• Contact lens intolerance
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• weight gain
• fluid retention
• weight loss
• headache
• migraine

This drug must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevents degradation.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

21 tablets/PTP, 21 tablets/PTP[x 3], 21 tablets/PTP[x 6]