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

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

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

MFDS item code 202002990 · Approved 2020.04.24 · Insurance code 645906910

Summary

Main use
Improvement of functional dyspepsia symptoms (such as heartburn and nausea)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 15 mg of mosapride citrate anhydrous orally once daily. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, avoiding meals (see '3. General Precautions, item 2)' under Precautions for Use). This medicine is an extended-release formulation; do not break, crush, or chew it. Swallow the tablet whole.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Dongkwang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of functional dyspepsia symptoms (such as heartburn and nausea)

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

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used in patients with genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. During the course of taking this medication, various adverse reactions may occur in the digestive system, so caution is necessary. For example, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and vomiting may occur. There is also a possibility of liver function issues, so if abnormalities are found in liver function test results, the medication should be stopped immediately and a doctor should be consulted. Allergic reactions such as skin rashes, hives, or swelling may occur, so if such symptoms appear, the doctor should be notified immediately. This medication may cause drowsiness, so caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for a certain period, do not continue taking it for an extended time and consult a specialist. Taking the medication with food may increase its blood concentration, so it is usually better to take it on an empty stomach. Taking this medication along with anticholinergics may reduce its effectiveness, so when taking both medications, they should be spaced apart. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of taking this medication, and breastfeeding should be avoided or breastfeeding should be discontinued if taking the medication. Safety in children has not been established, so it is advisable not to use it in this population. Elderly individuals may have decreased kidney and liver function, so their condition should be monitored carefully during use, and if any adverse reactions occur, the dosage should be reduced or a specialist should be consulted. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may lead to accidents or decreased quality, so caution is advised.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • intestinal gas retention
  • increased triglycerides in the blood
  • abdominal discomfort
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • edema
  • thirst
  • fatigue
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  • eosinophilia
  • increase in triglycerides
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated ALP
  • elevated γ-GTP
  • fulminant hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • edema
  • leukopenia
  • abdominal bloating
  • oral paralysis
  • abdominal pain
  • dysgeusia
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • lightheadedness
  • headache
  • tremors
  • drowsiness
  • dyspepsia
  • galactorrhea
  • nausea
  • loose stools
  • upper abdominal pain
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • oral discomfort
  • pancreatic cyst
  • gastric cancer
  • heart failure
  • cataracts
  • insomnia
  • arthralgia
  • fever
  • shortness of breath
  • nasopharyngitis
  • dry lips
  • oral discomfort

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 important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink rectangular extended-release film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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