Eldoral Capsule (Erdosteine)

Adult dose

Adults: The usual dose is 300 mg of erdosteine per dose, taken orally 2～3 times daily. When administered for acute respiratory diseases, do not use continuously for more than 10 days.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. People who are allergic to this medication or any of its components should not take it. Patients with liver cirrhosis or cystathionine synthase deficiency should avoid this medication as its metabolites may interfere with methionine metabolism in the body. It is also advisable for patients with peptic ulcers to refrain from using this medication. It may be dangerous for patients with severe renal impairment or significantly impaired liver function to take this medication. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, and it should not be administered to patients with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders. Patients with mild or moderate liver impairment should take this medication with caution and should not exceed a daily dosage of 300 mg. Individuals allergic or hypersensitive to the dye Yellow No. 5 should also take it with caution. In case of overdose, symptoms such as excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing may occur. Neurological and respiratory side effects such as headache, cold symptoms, and dyspnea have been reported, and gastrointestinal problems such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain may also occur. Skin reactions like rash, urticaria, or eczema may also appear, so any unusual symptoms should be reported to a doctor immediately. Care should be taken when taking this medication with other cough medicines, as it may hinder mucus expulsion in the bronchi, increasing the risk of bronchial infection. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid using this medication as its safety is not confirmed. Finally, this medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container could pose a risk of accidents.

• sweating
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• dyspnea
• altered taste
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken in consultation with a doctor or pharmacist if taken with cough medicines.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree to 30 degrees at room temperature.

Appearance

Green hard capsule with a yellow bottom containing white to off-white crystalline powder

Package unit

Bottle - 30 capsules/bottle, Bottle - 300 capsules/bottle