MuaLen Tablets (efepresone hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As efepresone hydrochloride, administer 50 mg orally three times a day after meals. Adjust dosage according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used by patients with hypersensitivity or those with myasthenia gravis. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so those with genetic problems such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. Patients with a history of drug hypersensitivity or liver function issues should use this medication cautiously. This medication contains a dye called Yellow No. 5, so individuals with allergies to this substance should take special care. Rarely, side effects such as shock, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, and anemia may occur; if symptoms arise, consult a doctor immediately. Skin rashes, itching, insomnia, drowsiness, headaches, dyspepsia, urinary retention, and other symptoms may occur, so it is important to monitor your condition closely. Severe skin adverse reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome can occur rarely, so if symptoms such as fever, blisters, or eye redness appear, discontinue the medication immediately and seek medical help. During treatment with this medication, symptoms such as weakness, dizziness, and drowsiness may occur, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating machinery. If taken with similar medications or specific muscle relaxants, visual disturbances may occur, so it is important to consult a doctor. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication, and those who are breastfeeding should avoid taking it or discontinue breastfeeding if possible. Safety in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so it should be used cautiously in pediatric patients. Elderly patients may have decreased bodily functions, so they should take a lower dose or use it with caution.

Serious side effects

Shock, liver dysfunction such as elevated ALT, AST, ALP, kidney dysfunction such as proteinuria and elevated BUN, anemia, anaphylaxis, angioedema, toxic epidermal necrolysis and mucocutaneous-ocular syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome)

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headaches
• stiffness
• tremors
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. It is recommended to keep the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle