Medication info

Altos Tablet (R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid and Amine Salt)

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Ingredient · strength
R-Thioctic Acid Tromethamine›480mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Hwaile Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Greenish rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
10 tablets/Blister, 30 tablets/Bottle, 100 tablets/Bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201906370 · Approved 2019.09.09

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.09.09. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of diabetic polyneuritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Hwaile Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuritis

  • Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
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This medication is used to relieve symptoms of peripheral neuropathy caused by diabetes. This condition may include pain and sensory abnormalities due to nerve damage, and the medication reduces these symptoms, improving the patient's quality of life.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to components related to R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid and Amine Salt. During the course of taking this medication, side effects such as sensory abnormalities, pain, headaches, constipation, and dry mouth may occur, so caution is advised. Rarely, skin rashes, allergic reactions, gastrointestinal disturbances, or hypoglycemic symptoms may appear, requiring immediate consultation with a doctor if any abnormal symptoms arise. Frequent alcohol consumption may diminish the therapeutic effect of this medication, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption. This medication may have reduced efficacy when taken with drugs containing certain metal components or dairy products, leading to the need for dosage timing adjustments. When used with other medications that lower blood sugar, blood sugar levels should be monitored regularly, and dosages adjusted if necessary. Caution is advised when used in pregnant or breastfeeding women, and it is not recommended for children under 18 years of age. Overdosage may lead to severe toxicity, so the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines must be strictly followed. This medication should be stored in a sealed container, avoiding temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius and keeping it out of reach of children.

Side effects

  • Paresthesia
  • pain
  • sensory impairment
  • headache
  • constipation
  • abdominal discomfort
  • nasopharyngitis
  • dry mouth
  • cough
  • cystitis
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  • diarrhea
  • burning sensation
  • nephrolithiasis
  • lumbar canal stenosis
  • facial swelling
  • xerostomia
  • myalgia
  • nausea
  • appetite loss
  • arthralgia
  • palpitations
  • insomnia
  • malaise
  • vomiting
  • gastrointestinal pain
  • skin rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • dizziness
  • sweating
  • vision impairment
  • taste disturbance
  • epigastric pain
  • dyspepsia
  • pruritus
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn
  • restlessness
  • altered consciousness
  • generalized seizures
  • lactic acidosis
  • hypoglycemia
  • shock
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • hemolysis
  • disseminated intravascular coagulation
  • bone marrow suppression
  • multiple organ failure

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius in a room environment.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Greenish rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/Blister, 30 tablets/Bottle, 100 tablets/Bottle

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