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Donghwa R-Alfa Lipoic Acid Medication (R-Alfa Lipoic Acid Trometamol)

Donghwa R-Alfa Lipoic Acid Medication (R-Alfa Lipoic Acid Trometamol)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
R-Thioctic Acid Tromethamine›480mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Donghwa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Greenish rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202002699 · Approved 2020.04.17 · Insurance code 642706930

Summary

Main use
Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt orally once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Donghwa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of diabetic polyneuropathy

  • Diabetic polyneuropathy
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This medication helps alleviate the symptoms of polyneuropathy caused by diabetes. It improves damage to the nerves, reducing pain and discomfort, and aids in the recovery of daily functions. This effect is used to enhance the quality of life of patients.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 480 milligrams of thioctic acid tromethamine salt orally once daily with plenty of water, approximately 30 minutes before breakfast.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with allergic reactions to R-Alfa Lipoic Acid Trometamol, thioctic acid, or any excipients in this medication. During the intake of this medicine, side effects such as sensory abnormalities, pain, headache, constipation, dry mouth, and cough may occur, and some patients may experience serious adverse reactions such as nephrolithiasis. Additionally, this medication can affect blood sugar control, so diabetic patients should regularly monitor their blood sugar levels and consult healthcare personnel immediately if symptoms of hypoglycemia appear. Patients who frequently consume alcohol may experience reduced efficacy of this medication, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol as much as possible. This medication should not be taken simultaneously with formulations containing iron or magnesium, or calcium-rich foods like milk, and should have a time interval between doses. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should discuss the use of this medication thoroughly with their physician before administration. It is recommended that this medication not be used in children under 18 years of age, as safety has not been established. In the case of overdose, severe intoxication symptoms may occur; therefore, precise dosage and administration as per the physician's direction should be adhered to, and if overdose is suspected, immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be stored in a cool place at or below 30 degrees Celsius and kept out of reach of children. Moreover, transferring to another container may alter the quality, so it is best to keep it in the original container.

Side effects

  • Paresthesia
  • pain
  • sensory loss
  • headache
  • constipation
  • abdominal discomfort
  • rhinitis
  • dry mouth
  • cough
  • cystitis
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  • diarrhea
  • burning sensation
  • nephrolithiasis
  • lumbar stenosis
  • facial swelling
  • dry mouth
  • myalgia
  • nausea
  • decreased appetite
  • arthralgia
  • palpitations
  • insomnia
  • upper extremity fracture
  • hypoglycemia
  • neurogenic bladder
  • diabetic retinopathy
  • colitis
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • exacerbation of the disease
  • soft tissue infection
  • cold
  • body aches
  • plantar fasciitis
  • herniated disc
  • thyroiditis
  • increased LDH
  • increased triglycerides
  • weight loss
  • abnormal blood glucose
  • herpes zoster
  • dysuria
  • deterioration of kidney function
  • vaginitis
  • conjunctivitis
  • floaters
  • unspecified retinal vascular disorder
  • heart palpitations
  • acute abdominal syndrome
  • colorectal polyp
  • benign oral neoplasm
  • benign gastric neoplasm
  • benign gastrointestinal neoplasm
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastritis
  • gastroenteritis
  • dental caries
  • periodontitis
  • rectal bleeding
  • chest pain
  • peripheral edema
  • edema
  • limb pain
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
  • flank pain
  • generalized edema
  • general weakness
  • back pain
  • sleep disorder
  • simple partial seizure
  • facial paralysis
  • bitter taste
  • genital pruritus
  • changes in nails
  • vesicles
  • dermatitis
  • unspecified peripheral vascular disease
  • gum bleeding
  • sputum disease
  • bronchitis
  • throat infection
  • sinusitis
  • congestion
  • upper respiratory infection
  • allergic atopic rhinitis
  • dyspnea
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • gastrointestinal pain
  • skin rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • dizziness
  • sweating
  • taste disorder
  • epigastric pain
  • dyspepsia
  • pruritus
  • abdominal pain
  • heartburn

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Greenish rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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