Eson Sustained-Release Tablets (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

This medication is a sustained-release tablet, so it should be taken whole without crushing, splitting, or chewing. Adults: Take 1 tablet (75 mg of eperisone hydrochloride) orally after meals, twice a day. Adjust dosage as appropriate based on age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used by individuals with allergic reactions or those with myasthenia gravis. Patients with a history of drug allergies or liver function problems should take special caution when using this medication. If allergic symptoms such as redness, itching, hives, swelling, or difficulty breathing occur during use, immediately discontinue the medication and consult with a healthcare professional. Rarely, serious skin conditions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis or Stevens-Johnson syndrome may occur, so if symptoms like fever, skin rash, blisters, eye redness, or stomatitis appear, use should be immediately stopped and treatment sought. Various side effects can occur, including liver or kidney dysfunction, blood abnormalities, neurological symptoms, gastrointestinal issues, and urinary symptoms; therefore, symptoms should be reported to a healthcare professional. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while taking this medication, so it is advisable to avoid dangerous activities such as driving or operating machinery. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of using this medication, and breastfeeding mothers should avoid use if possible or discontinue breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been sufficiently established, so it should be used cautiously in children. Elderly individuals may have decreased bodily functions, so it may be necessary to adjust the dosage or use with caution. Additionally, the use of this medication with similar drugs or certain muscle relaxants may increase side effects, so it is safer to consult a healthcare professional before use.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, redness, itching, swelling, respiratory distress, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), fever, erythema, blisters, eye redness, stomatitis, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions

Mild side effects

• Insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• limb paralysis
• stiffness of the body
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• discomfort in the stomach

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it should be stored at room temperature, which is neither too hot nor too cold, ideally between 1°C and 30°C. This helps maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White to almost white round sustained-release film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle