Bajemed Tablet (Bazendoxifene Acetate)

Adult dose

Take one tablet (20 mg as bazedoxifene) once daily, regardless of meals.

This medication may increase the risk of venous thromboembolism, which is the formation of blood clots within blood vessels. Particularly, conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and retinal vein thrombosis may occur, so caution is needed. This drug is intended for use only in postmenopausal women and is not recommended for premenopausal women or those who may become pregnant. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also avoid taking this medication. While this drug does not induce endometrial hyperplasia, if uterine bleeding occurs during treatment, it is essential to seek medical advice. The safety of this drug has not been established for breast cancer patients, so it is not recommended for the prevention or treatment of breast cancer. Patients with hypersensitivity to this drug or a history of venous thromboembolism, unexplained uterine bleeding, or symptoms of endometrial cancer should not take this medication. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should avoid using it. Patients with hypertriglyceridemia, severe renal impairment, or liver dysfunction should use this drug cautiously, as patients with liver dysfunction may experience increased plasma drug concentration, making administration not recommended. Drowsiness or visual disturbances may occur while taking this medication, so caution is necessary when driving or operating machinery. It is advisable to avoid driving or engaging in hazardous tasks if these symptoms occur. This medication is known not to have significant interactions with other drugs, but it may affect drug concentration when taken with certain medications, so consultation with healthcare professionals is advised. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and treatment should be based on symptoms. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and store it in its original container. Avoid transferring it to another container. With long-term use, it is important to regularly check for the risk of thrombosis, liver function, and triglyceride levels. If taken during pregnancy, it may harm the fetus, so discontinue use immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. This medication is not used in children, and no special dosage adjustment is needed for the elderly, but caution is required as drug concentration may increase depending on liver function changes.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• retinal vein thrombosis
• deep vein thrombosis
• superficial thrombophlebitis
• pulmonary embolism
• peripheral edema

Mild side effects

Drowsiness, dry mouth, rash, itching, muscle cramps, increased serum triglycerides, elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT), elevated aspartate aminotransferase (AST), facial flushing, leg cramps, dry eyes, eyelid edema, eyelid twitching, eye pain, eye swelling, decreased vision, blurred vision, photophobia, visual field defects, visual impairment

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at a cool temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Therefore, it is necessary to avoid direct sunlight and prevent storage in excessively hot or humid environments to ensure safe storage.

Appearance

White or grayish capsule-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (28 tablets/PTP*1)