Mosaren Extended-Release Tablet 15 mg (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 15 mg of mosapride citrate anhydrous orally once daily. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, away from meals. (See “3. General Precautions, item 2)” under Precautions for Use.) As this is an extended-release formulation, do not break, crush, or chew it. Swallow the tablet whole.

This medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with genetic disorders such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. During treatment, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting may occur, and blood tests may show elevated triglycerides or liver function values. Severe liver dysfunction or jaundice may occur, so if any symptoms of liver dysfunction appear, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor. Allergic reactions such as skin rash or hives may occur, and if these symptoms arise, discontinuation of the medication and consultation are necessary. This medication may cause neurological symptoms such as drowsiness or dizziness; therefore, caution is required when driving or operating machinery. Taking this medication with food may alter its plasma concentration, so it is generally recommended to take it on an empty stomach. When used with anticholinergic drugs, the effectiveness of this medication may be reduced; therefore, it should be taken with an appropriate interval. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only use this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks, and breastfeeding mothers are advised to avoid taking this medication or to discontinue breastfeeding if possible. Its safety has not been established in children, and there is no experience of use, so it is best not to administer it to them. Elderly patients may have deteriorating kidney and liver function, so they should be carefully monitored, and dosage adjustments should be made if necessary. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may not maintain quality.

• Nausea
• intestinal gas buildup
• increased blood triglycerides
• abdominal discomfort
• constipation
• diarrhea
• vomiting
• edema
• thirst
• fatigue

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

Pink rectangular extended-release film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle