Dongbang Eperisone Tablet (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 50 mg of Eperisone Hydrochloride orally three times a day after meals. Adjust the dose as appropriate based on age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First, individuals who have had allergic reactions to this medication should not take it. Also, patients with severe muscle weakness due to myasthenia gravis should not use this medication. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to individuals with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. There are precautions to consider when using this medication. Individuals with a history of drug allergies should be cautious, and patients with liver function problems should use it carefully since liver function may deteriorate further. Additionally, this medication contains Yellow No. 4 dye, so individuals who have had allergies or hypersensitivity reactions to this dye should take it cautiously. Rarely, a severe allergic reaction known as shock may occur while taking this medication, so symptoms should be closely monitored. Liver function test results may increase, so if any abnormal symptoms occur, dosing should be stopped. It can also affect kidney function, so proteinuria or blood test results should be checked. Symptoms of anemia may rarely appear, so caution is necessary. Skin rashes or itching may occur, and sometimes neurological symptoms such as insomnia, drowsiness, headaches, and tingling in the hands and feet may appear. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Urological problems may rarely include difficulty urinating or symptoms of urinary incontinence. During the intake of this medication, systemic symptoms such as lethargy, dizziness, and decreased muscle tension may occur, so caution is needed. There may also be symptoms such as facial flushing or excessive sweating. Very rarely, serious allergic reactions or angioedema, and severe skin diseases such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome can occur, so if symptoms such as fever, skin rash, blisters, itching, eye redness, or oral inflammation appear, medication should be stopped immediately and a medical facility should be visited. If symptoms of lethargy, dizziness, or drowsiness occur during use, the dosage should be reduced or halted. This medication can cause drowsiness and decreased concentration, so dangerous activities such as driving or operating machinery should be avoided. When used together with similar medications or specific muscle relaxants, visual disturbances have been reported, so caution is needed when combined. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication if the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks, as its safety is not confirmed. Nursing women should avoid using it if possible and should halt lactation if unavoidable use is necessary. The safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently established, so its use is not recommended. Elderly patients may have decreased physical function, so careful attention is needed, such as adjusting the dosage when taking this medication.

Serious side effects

Shock, anaphylaxis, angioedema, toxic epidermal necrolysis, mucocutaneous reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), liver abnormalities such as elevated ALT, AST, ALP, kidney abnormalities such as proteinuria and elevated BUN, anemia, and limb paralysis.

Mild side effects

• Occasionally
• rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headaches
• stiffness of the body
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air from entering and kept at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to maintain the integrity of the ingredients and preserve effectiveness.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle