Medication info

Eglidin Tablets 4 mg (Irso-gladin Maleate)

Prescription medicationTabletOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Irsogladine Maleate›4mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202000750 · Approved 2020.02.10

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2024.02.07. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Treatment of gastric ulcers; improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute gastritis and during acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg 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 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1~2 divided doses daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of gastric ulcers; improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute gastritis and during acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis

  • Gastric ulcers
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosions
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is used to treat gastric ulcers and to improve lesions such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and swelling of the gastric mucosa that occur during acute exacerbations of acute and chronic gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

1) Gastric ulcer (Adults) Administer 4mg 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 4mg of irsogladine maleate orally in 1~2 divided doses daily.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used by individuals with a genetic disorder that prevents lactose digestion. It is important to periodically check liver health status as this medication may cause liver function abnormalities. Gastrointestinal and skin-related side effects such as constipation, rash, itching, and diarrhea may occur; report any unusual symptoms to healthcare professionals immediately. Dizziness or drowsiness may rarely occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. In the elderly, physical function may be weakened; thus, it is important to start at a lower dosage and observe closely. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks during treatment. Women who are breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication if possible, or if taken, consider stopping breastfeeding as this medication may be transmitted in breast milk. The safety of this medication in children has not been sufficiently established, so caution should be exercised.

Side effects

  • Abnormal liver function
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • constipation
  • rash
  • itching
  • diarrhea
  • elevated ALP
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • erythema
  • eczema
  • polymorphous light eruption
  • edema erythema
  • chest tightness
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • abdominal distension
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • elevated serum Cl
  • increased white blood cell count
  • elevated BUN
  • elevated total bilirubin
  • positive hematuria
  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • upper abdominal pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • increased SGPT
  • increased SGOT
  • loss of appetite
  • duodenitis
  • bloody stools
  • acute cholecystitis
  • bile duct cancer
  • exacerbation of malignant neoplasm
  • palpitations
  • brain metastasis
  • heartburn
  • hematemesis
  • belching
  • fatty liver
  • 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 should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from exposure to air and moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 100 tablets/bottle

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