Medication info

Megoctyl Tablet 40 mg (Octylonium Bromide)

Prescription medicationTablet경구Approval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Octylonium Bromide›40mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)엘앤씨바이오
Appearance
Orange round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202001923 · Approved 2020.03.19

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2024.09.04. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of gastrointestinal cramps and irritable bowel syndrome
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As Octylonium Bromide, orally administer 40 mg once, 2-3 times daily. Adjust accordingly based on age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)엘앤씨바이오

Efficacy & effects

Relief of gastrointestinal cramps and irritable bowel syndrome

  • Stomach cramps
  • intestinal cramps
  • irritable bowel syndrome
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This medication is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders such as spasms of the stomach and intestines or irritable bowel syndrome.

How to take

Adult dose

As Octylonium Bromide, orally administer 40 mg once, 2-3 times daily. Adjust accordingly based on age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First, patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication should avoid taking it. Additionally, this medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with genetic disorders that cause lactose intolerance. Examples include galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, and glucose-galactose malabsorption. Caution is advised when using this medication in patients with glaucoma. Furthermore, patients who have experienced allergic or hypersensitive reactions to the colorant Yellow No. 5 contained in this medication should also take it with caution.

Storage

This medication should be stored in an airtight container, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevents degradation.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Orange round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/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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