Ganatec Tablet (Itopride Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

○ Adults: Administer 50 mg of itopride hydrochloride per dose orally 3 times daily before meals. Reduce the dose appropriately according to symptoms.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this drug or its components, or have had hypersensitivity reactions. Additionally, those with serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, bowel obstruction, or perforation should not take this medication. This drug contains lactose, so individuals with genetic difficulties in digesting lactose should not take it. During the use of this drug, serious allergic reactions like shock, difficulty breathing, and hives may occur, so careful observation is necessary. As it may affect liver function, if liver enzyme levels increase or symptoms of jaundice appear, the medication should be stopped immediately. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, and increased salivation may occur. Neuropsychiatric symptoms like headache, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and dizziness may also arise. Endocrine disorders such as gynecomastia or elevated prolactin levels may occur, so use should be discontinued if any abnormal symptoms develop. Platelet or white blood cell counts may decrease, thus regular blood tests are required, and if abnormalities are found, medication should be stopped. It may affect kidney function; hence, kidney-related tests are advisable. Rarely, hypersensitivity reactions may appear, such as skin rash and itching, and if symptoms occur, stop the medication and consult a physician. It may affect motor control, leading to tremors, so caution is advised. Chest or back pain and fatigue may occur, so body conditions should be monitored closely. This drug enhances the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, so it should be used with this in mind. If gastrointestinal symptoms do not improve, long-term use is not recommended. Taking anticholinergic drugs concurrently may reduce the effectiveness of this medication, so intervals between doses should be adjusted with caution. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should use this medicine only if necessary, as its safety has not been established, and only under the guidance of a physician. During lactation, as this drug may be excreted in breast milk, it is advisable to either stop breastfeeding or avoid taking the medication. Its safety in children has not been sufficiently established, so it should be used cautiously. In elderly patients, there is an increased risk of abnormal reactions due to decreased bodily functions, so symptoms should be closely monitored and dosages adjusted accordingly. This medicine should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers to avoid accidents or deterioration of quality.

• Shock
• anaphylaxis-like symptoms
• hypotension
• dyspnea
• laryngeal edema
• urticaria
• pallor
• sweating
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air or moisture, ideally at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the drug's efficacy and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle