Medication info

Mosarid Sustained Release Tablet 15 mg (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTabletOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Mosapride Citrate Dihydrate›4.23mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
KooJoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Pink rectangular sustained release film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202002907 · Approved 2020.04.23

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.04.23. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of gastrointestinal symptoms (heartburn, nausea, etc.) caused by functional dyspepsia
Who takes it
Adults
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.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
KooJoo Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of gastrointestinal symptoms (heartburn, nausea, etc.) caused by functional dyspepsia

  • Functional dyspepsia
  • gastrointestinal symptoms
  • heartburn
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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This medication is used to improve gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, nausea, and vomiting due to functional dyspepsia.

How to take

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.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactose deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. During the use of this medication, side effects such as nausea, bloating, and increased blood triglycerides may occur, and in rare cases, serious adverse reactions such as liver dysfunction or jaundice may occur, requiring caution. Hypersensitivity reactions like skin rash, hives, and edema may occur, and blood tests may show eosinophilia or leukopenia. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include abdominal distension, oral numbness, diarrhea, dry mouth, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and taste disturbances. Cardiac-related symptoms such as palpitations may occur, while dizziness, headaches, and unsteadiness have been reported in the central nervous system. If gastrointestinal symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than two weeks, it is advisable not to continue taking it. Taking this medication with food may increase its concentration in the blood, so it is recommended to take it on an empty stomach. Taking this medication with anticholinergics may reduce its effectiveness, so it is advisable to space out the doses if taken together. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only take this medication under the physician's discretion when necessary, and nursing mothers should avoid taking it or stop breastfeeding. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established; therefore, it is not recommended for use. Elderly patients may have reduced kidney and liver function, so care should be taken, and reactions should be monitored closely, adjusting the dosage as necessary if adverse reactions occur. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and it is safer and better for quality to not transfer it to another container.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • intestinal gas retention
  • increased triglycerides in the blood
  • abdominal discomfort
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • edema
  • thirst
  • fatigue
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  • eosinophilia
  • rise in triglycerides
  • elevation of AST (GOT)
  • elevation of ALT (GPT)
  • elevation of ALP
  • elevation of γ-GTP
  • acute hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • edema
  • leukopenia
  • abdominal distension
  • oral paralysis
  • abdominal pain
  • dysgeusia
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • lightheadedness
  • headache
  • tremors
  • drowsiness
  • indigestion
  • pancreatic cysts
  • stomach cancer
  • heart failure
  • cataracts
  • upper abdominal pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • oral discomfort
  • fever
  • nasopharyngitis
  • dyspnea
  • insomnia
  • arthralgia
  • dry lips
  • galactorrhea

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C room temperature. This way, the effectiveness of the medication can be preserved for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink rectangular sustained release film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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