Medication info

Polamec Tablet (Polaprezinc)

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Ingredient · strength
Polaprezinc›75mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
International Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202001698 · Approved 2020.03.11

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.03.11. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis (acute and acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis); treatment of gastric ulcers
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults usually take 75 mg (1 tablet) per dose orally twice daily, after breakfast and before bedtime, as polaprezinc.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
International Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis (acute and acute exacerbations of chronic gastritis); treatment of gastric ulcers

  • Gastric ulcer
  • gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosions
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is used in the treatment of gastric ulcers. It also helps improve the symptoms of gastric mucosal lesions such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and swelling that occur during acute exacerbations of acute gastritis or chronic gastritis. Therefore, it is effective in alleviating damage to the gastric mucosa and restoring gastric health.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults usually take 75 mg (1 tablet) per dose orally twice daily, after breakfast and before bedtime, as polaprezinc.

Precautions

This medication may affect liver function, so if there are signs of liver dysfunction or jaundice, the medication should be discontinued immediately and a doctor's care should be sought. The zinc component in this medication may interfere with the absorption of copper, which can lead to copper deficiency. Caution is particularly needed in patients with poor nutritional status as they may experience anemia or cytopenia. In case of hypersensitivity reactions, the medication should be discontinued, and skin symptoms such as rash, itching, or hives should be carefully monitored. Gastrointestinal disturbances may include nausea, abdominal bloating, constipation, vomiting, heartburn, and diarrhea, so if symptoms are severe, consultation with medical personnel is advised. Liver enzyme levels (AST, ALT, etc.) may rise during treatment, thus regular monitoring may be necessary. When taken with other medications, efficacy may be reduced, so care should be taken not to take it together with penicillamine or levothyroxine sodium. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should exercise caution when taking this medication, as its safety during pregnancy has not been established, and it should only be used when necessary. If nursing, it is advisable to avoid this medication as it may be transmitted through breast milk. The safety for children has not been established, so it is preferable not to use it in children. Elderly individuals may experience reduced digestive function, so dosage should be adjusted, and their condition should be closely monitored during use. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is important to not transfer it to other containers to maintain its quality.

Side effects

  • Liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • copper deficiency
  • pancytopenia
  • anemia
  • hypersensitivity
  • rash
  • itching
  • urticaria
  • eosinophilia
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  • leukopenia
  • thrombocytopenia
  • increased AST
  • increased ALT
  • increased ALP
  • increased LDH
  • increased γ-GTP
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • abdominal distension
  • vomiting
  • heartburn
  • diarrhea
  • dyspepsia
  • cerebral infarction
  • seizures
  • subdural hematoma
  • esophageal carcinoma
  • amyloidosis
  • ureteral stones
  • gum bleeding
  • spinal stenosis
  • exacerbation of pancreatitis
  • cough
  • chest pain
  • myalgia
  • loss of appetite
  • dizziness
  • sputum disease
  • cold
  • headache
  • neck stiffness
  • cataract
  • abdominal discomfort
  • edema
  • fever
  • upper respiratory tract infection
  • facial edema
  • sore throat
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • generalized edema
  • nasal cold
  • runny nose
  • lung disease
  • erythematous rash
  • abdominal pain

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The storage temperature should be kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. Avoid storing in excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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