Medication info

Cheonwoo Co., Ltd. Capsule 300 mg (Theobromine)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Theobromine›300mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Cheonwoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A hard capsule with a yellow upper part and a white lower part filled with white powder
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202001496 · Notified 2020.03.03

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.03.03. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough due to acute and chronic bronchitis and postnasal drip (e.g., from rhinitis or sinusitis)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 1 capsule orally twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Cheonwoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough due to acute and chronic bronchitis and postnasal drip (e.g., from rhinitis or sinusitis)

  • Cough
  • rhinitis
  • sinusitis
  • nasopharyngitis
  • post-nasal drip
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medication is used to relieve coughing caused by post-nasal drip due to rhinitis, sinusitis, nasopharyngitis, and acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 1 capsule orally twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by patients with hypersensitivity to xanthine-based drugs or those who have previously experienced severe side effects. It should be used with caution in patients with a history of peptic ulcers, seizures, severe lung disease, liver or kidney dysfunction, heart failure, alcohol addiction, hypoxemia, hypertension, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmia, myocardial infarction, and hypotension. Common symptoms that may occur during treatment include headache, dizziness, and nausea, and various side effects such as itching, rash, drowsiness, dyspepsia, and liver function abnormalities may arise, so if symptoms appear, immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. Particularly in the elderly, the incidence of side effects may be higher, so caution is needed. This medication may be affected by liver and kidney function, so caution is required in cases of liver or kidney disease. Interactions may occur when taken with caffeine, other xanthine-based drugs, central nervous system stimulants, and sympathomimetics, so it is essential to inform the medical staff. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should only take this medication if deemed necessary by a doctor, and caution should be exercised for children under 18 years and elderly people over 70 years, as safety and efficacy have not been established. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headache, insomnia, seizures, and arrhythmia may occur, so immediate hospital visit for proper treatment is required. This medication must be stored out of reach of children and not transferred to other containers to maintain its quality safely.

Side effects

  • Headache
  • dizziness
  • nausea
  • itching
  • rash
  • drowsiness
  • muscle pain
  • insomnia
  • abdominal bloating
  • loss of appetite
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  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • dry mouth
  • difficulty swallowing
  • heartburn
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • stomach pain
  • indigestion
  • hyperuricemia
  • ALT increase
  • AST increase
  • swelling
  • facial swelling
  • palpitations
  • pharyngitis
  • fever
  • sweating
  • fatigue
  • chills
  • chest pain
  • hemoptysis
  • sore throat
  • upper abdominal discomfort
  • tinnitus
  • shortness of breath
  • bitter taste
  • hives
  • anxiety
  • agitation
  • seizures
  • tachycardia
  • ventricular arrhythmia
  • rhabdomyolysis
  • acid/base disorders

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees. This will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule with a yellow upper part and a white lower part filled with white powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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