RotiGum Soft Capsule (Omega-3 Fatty Acid Ethyl Ester 90)

Adult dose

Appropriate lipid-lowering dietary therapy must be implemented before this medication is administered and should continue during treatment. This medication should be taken with meals to avoid gastrointestinal disturbances. For hypertriglyceridemia, the usual initial dose is 2g (2 capsules) per day, which may be increased to 4g per day if needed. Administer either once or twice a day.

This medication should not be used by individuals with an allergic reaction to any of its components or by children under 18 years of age. Patients at high risk of bleeding due to severe trauma or surgery, patients with liver dysfunction, and individuals allergic to fish should use this medication with caution. While taking this medication, various adverse reactions such as dyspepsia, headache, dizziness, skin rash, and arthralgia may occur. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a physician immediately. Before starting treatment, blood tests should be conducted to check whether triglyceride levels are outside the normal range, and periodic tests should be performed during medication use. For those who are overweight or consume alcohol excessively, it is important to manage weight through dietary therapy and exercise. This medication can affect blood clotting, so patients taking anticoagulants or aspirin should closely monitor their risk of bleeding. Women who are pregnant or nursing should use this medication with caution and after consulting a physician since its safety is not firmly established. Elderly patients aged over 65 years have shown safety and efficacy in clinical trials, but caution is advised based on individual conditions. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote available, so appropriate treatment and supportive care should be provided based on symptoms. Keep this medication out of reach of children, and do not transfer it to another container. Cardiac side effects, such as atrial fibrillation, may occur, so patients with heart diseases should consult a physician before taking it.

Serious side effects

• Rash
• skin peeling
• pain in oral/ocular mucous membranes
• severe edema
• difficulty breathing
• asthma attacks
• jaundice
• liver abnormalities
• severe allergic reactions
• serious neurological symptoms

Mild side effects

• Back pain
• cold symptoms
• infection
• pain
• angina
• dyspepsia
• belching
• rash
• taste disturbances
• abdominal bloating

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, to maintain the medication's efficacy, store it in a cool place below 25 degrees Celsius, taking care not to freeze it.

Appearance

Transparent oblong soft capsule filled with a pale yellow oily substance

Package unit

60 capsules/box[[(10 capsules/PTP*3)/pack]*2/box], 60 capsules/bottle, 30 capsules/bottle