Medication info

Irusojung (Irsogladin Maleate)

Prescription medicationTabletOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Irsogladine Maleate›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Hwail Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201907861 · Approved 2019.11.11

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.11.11. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute gastritis and during acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Hwail Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute gastritis and during acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis; treatment of gastric ulcers

  • Gastric ulcer
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is used for the treatment of gastric ulcers. It also helps improve lesions such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and swelling that occur on the gastric mucosa during acute exacerbations of acute and chronic gastritis. In other words, it quickly restores damage to the gastric mucosa and enhances gastric health. Through these effects, it effectively alleviates gastrointestinal symptoms and contributes to health recovery.

How to take

Adult dose

1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally once daily. 2) Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosion, bleeding, redness, and edema) in the following conditions: acute gastritis and acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis (Adults) Administer 4 mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1∼2 divided doses daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with hereditary lactose intolerance. While taking this medication, side effects such as liver dysfunction, constipation, rash, itching, and diarrhea may occur, so if abnormal symptoms arise, it is essential to consult a doctor immediately. Regular liver function tests are also recommended since liver function test values may increase. In elderly patients, as physical functions may be diminished, it is advisable to start with a lower dose and carefully monitor the condition. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only take this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks; safety during pregnancy is not certain. Breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication if possible, as it may be partially excreted in breast milk, and if necessary to take it, breastfeeding should be discontinued. Safety in children has not been sufficiently established, so caution should be exercised when using it. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may pose issues with maintaining quality.

Side effects

  • Liver dysfunction
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • constipation
  • rash
  • itching
  • diarrhea
  • elevated ALP
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • erythema
  • eczema
  • polymorphic eruption of the skin
  • edema erythema
  • chest tightness
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal distension
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • elevated serum Cl
  • leukocytosis
  • elevated BUN
  • elevated total bilirubin
  • positive occult blood
  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • upper abdominal pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • increased SGPT
  • increased SGOT
  • duodenitis
  • bloody stools
  • acute cholecystitis
  • bile duct cancer
  • worsening of malignant neoplasm
  • palpitations
  • brain metastasis
  • heartburn
  • hematemesis
  • burping
  • abdominal pain
  • edema
  • worsening cough
  • upper respiratory infection
  • joint abnormalities
  • headache

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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