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Alpisa Tablet 100 mg (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

Alpisa Tablet 100 mg (Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride)

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Ingredient · strength
Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)알피바이오
Appearance
White, round, film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202002667 · Approved 2020.04.16 · Insurance code 661605200

Summary

Main use
Improvement of ischemic symptoms (ulcers, pain, etc.) in chronic arterial occlusion
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride: 100 mg orally 3 times a day after meals. Adjust dosage as appropriate based on symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)알피바이오

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of ischemic symptoms (ulcers, pain, etc.) in chronic arterial occlusion

  • Chronic arterial occlusion
  • ulcers
  • pain
  • coldness
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This medication is used to improve ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness caused by chronic arterial occlusion. It alleviates peripheral vascular problems arising from various causes, including Buerger's disease, obstructive atherosclerosis, and diabetic peripheral vascular disease, improving symptoms. It helps reduce discomfort caused by poor blood circulation and enhances quality of life. Due to these effects, it is useful for the prevention and treatment of complications from chronic vascular diseases. Overall, it is used to improve blood flow in peripheral vessels to alleviate symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Sarpogrelate Hydrochloride: 100 mg orally 3 times a day after meals. Adjust dosage as appropriate based on symptoms.

Precautions

This drug should not be administered to patients with bleeding as it may exacerbate the bleeding. It is safest for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant to avoid this medication. Patients with hereditary lactose intolerance should not take this drug due to the lactose it contains. Women who are menstruating or have a tendency to bleed should use this drug with caution. Patients taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents should be careful, as the risk of bleeding may increase. Patients with severely impaired renal function and the elderly may need to use this drug cautiously, as it may affect drug excretion. While taking this medication, side effects such as bleeding symptoms, liver dysfunction, and blood disorders may occur, so immediately consult with a healthcare professional if symptoms arise. If any hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rash, hives, or itching occur, discontinue use. Gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or nervous system symptoms like drowsiness and headache have also been reported; if these symptoms persist, consult a doctor. It is important to regularly conduct blood tests during this medication to detect any adverse reactions early. It is advisable for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid this drug; if necessary, avoid breastfeeding. The safety of this drug in children has not been established, so it is best not to use it in pediatric patients. The elderly should start with a low dose due to potential prolonged drug retention in the body from renal and liver function decline and should be closely monitored.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Bleeding tendency (gastrointestinal bleeding, cerebral hemorrhage, subcutaneous bleeding), agranulocytosis, anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, acute hepatitis, liver impairment, jaundice, hives, difficulty breathing, paralysis

Mild side effects

  • Vomiting
  • stomatitis
  • nausea
  • foreign body sensation (esophagus)
  • heartburn
  • abdominal pain
  • constipation
  • loss of appetite
  • abdominal bloating
  • diarrhea
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  • palpitations
  • chest pain
  • flushing
  • hand swelling
  • drowsiness
  • taste disturbance
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • proteinuria
  • hematuria
  • elevated BUN
  • increased creatinine
  • pharyngitis
  • discomfort in the throat
  • burning sensation in the throat
  • weight gain
  • elevated serum triglycerides
  • increased serum cholesterol
  • decreased serum albumin
  • decreased serum calcium
  • glucosuria
  • urinary sediment

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. By storing it this way, the medication's efficacy and safety can be well preserved.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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