New Cotidine 10mg (Lansoprazole)

Adult dosage

1. Short-term treatment of gastric ulcers: The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine orally twice daily, in the morning and before bedtime. In clinical trials with treatment for up to 8 weeks, most ulcers healed within 8 weeks, although the healing period may occasionally vary by patient. 2. Short-term treatment of duodenal ulcers: The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine orally twice daily, in the morning and before bedtime. In clinical trials with treatment for up to 6 weeks, most ulcers healed within 6 weeks, although the healing period may occasionally vary by patient. 3. Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis: The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine orally once daily before bedtime. In clinical trials with treatment for up to 2 weeks, most lesions healed within 2 weeks, although the healing period may occasionally vary by patient. 4. Combination antibiotic therapy for patients with peptic ulcers infected with Helicobacter pylori: Administer lafutidine 20mg, clarithromycin 500mg, and amoxicillin 1000mg twice daily for 7 or 14 days. 5. Premedication before anesthesia: The usual dose is 10mg of lafutidine per dose, administered orally twice (before bedtime on the day before surgery and 2 hours before anesthesia on the day of surgery). 6. Treatment of reflux esophagitis: Administer lafutidine 10mg per dose orally twice daily.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to its ingredients. It also contains lactose, so people with lactose intolerance or certain genetic conditions should avoid taking it. Patients with a history of drug allergies, those with liver or kidney function issues, patients undergoing dialysis, and the elderly should use this drug with caution. This medication can rarely cause severe allergic reactions, so if symptoms such as pale face, low blood pressure, and difficulty breathing occur, discontinue use immediately and seek medical attention. Liver dysfunction or jaundice symptoms may appear, so periodic liver function tests are necessary, and usage should be stopped if abnormalities are found. Blood-related issues, such as leukopenia or thrombocytopenia, can occur, so consult a doctor immediately if these symptoms appear. This medication may have various side effects including indigestion, headache, dizziness, insomnia, etc., and should be reported if abnormal symptoms occur. Especially in cases of suspected malignant tumors, this medication may conceal symptoms or delay diagnosis, so professional examination is essential. Elderly individuals have decreased physical functions and should use the medication carefully, adjusting the dosage and administration intervals. Patients undergoing dialysis may have elevated blood drug concentrations, so treatment should start with a low dose and be taken with caution. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication only when the benefits outweigh the risks as determined by a physician, and breastfeeding women are advised not to take it as it may be excreted in breast milk. Safety in children has not been sufficiently confirmed, so administration to children is not recommended. This medication should be kept in a safe place out of reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent misuse or quality deterioration.

• Shock
• anaphylaxis symptoms
• facial pallor
• hypotension
• generalized rash
• dyspnea
• hepatic impairment
• jaundice
• agranulocytosis
• pharyngitis

This medicine must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect against exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle