Medication info

Levocrin Syrup (Levodropropizine)

Prescription medicationSolutionOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Levodropropizine›600mg / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
Independence Bio Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Colorless liquid with added strawberry flavor in an opaque white bottle
Packaging
500 milliliters/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201907580 · Notified 2019.10.30

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.10.30. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 60 mg of levodropropizine orally per dose 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.
Child dose
Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10~20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally per dose 3 times daily. 20~30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally per dose 3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Independence Bio Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis

  • Cough
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve cough symptoms caused by acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 60 mg of levodropropizine orally per dose 3 times daily, at intervals of at least 6 hours. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

Children: Administer levodropropizine at intervals of at least 6 hours. 10~20 kg: Administer 18 mg orally per dose 3 times daily. 20~30 kg: Administer 30 mg orally per dose 3 times daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to this medication or any of its components. It is best not to administer this medication to patients with increased bronchial mucus secretion. This medication is also not recommended for patients with a specific condition known as ciliary dysfunction. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should not take this medication. Patients with severely impaired liver function should avoid using this medication. Patients with severe heart failure or very poor kidney function, the elderly, and children under 2 years of age should use this medication with caution. Taking this medication may cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, dyspepsia, diarrhea, and vomiting. Moreover, symptoms such as fatigue, headache, and dizziness may occur, so caution is advised. Symptoms of rapid heartbeat or allergic skin reactions may rarely occur. Rarely, a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis may occur, so if any unusual symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. This medication can sometimes induce a somnolent state, necessitating caution when driving or operating machinery. Particularly, taking it with alcohol can intensify these effects, so it is better not to use them together. Be cautious when using this medication with sedatives as side effects may be exacerbated. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, and it is recommended to avoid transferring it to another container.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • carbonated diseases
  • dyspepsia
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • fatigue
  • functional weakness
  • hemiplegia
  • coma
  • headache
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  • dizziness
  • palpitations
  • allergic reactions
  • anaphylactic reactions

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain the medication's efficacy.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Colorless liquid with added strawberry flavor in an opaque white bottle

Package unit

500 milliliters/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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