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Gamotec SR Extended Release Tablet 15 mg (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Gamotec SR Extended Release Tablet 15 mg (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

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

MFDS item code 202003035 · Approved 2020.04.24 · Insurance code 641705840

Summary

Main use
Improvement 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, avoiding meals. (Refer to “3. General Precautions, item 2)” under Precautions for Use.) As this medicine is an extended-release formulation, do not break, crush, or chew it. Swallow the tablet whole.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Il Yang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

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

  • Functional dyspepsia
  • heartburn
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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This medicine is used to alleviate gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, nausea, and vomiting caused by 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, avoiding meals. (Refer to “3. General Precautions, item 2)” under Precautions for Use.) As this medicine is an extended-release formulation, do not break, crush, or chew it. Swallow the tablet whole.

Precautions

This medicine contains lactose, so individuals with genetic disorders that prevent lactose breakdown should not take it. During the use of this medicine, gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as nausea, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, and diarrhea may occur, so caution is advised. It may cause liver problems, so if symptoms of hepatitis or jaundice occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Symptoms of hypersensitivity such as skin rash, urticaria, or edema may occur, and you should inform your doctor immediately if such symptoms arise. This medicine can cause neurological adverse reactions such as drowsiness or dizziness, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. If symptoms do not improve after taking for more than 2 weeks, do not continue long-term use and consult a doctor. Taking this medicine with food may alter the concentration of the drug in the blood, so it is better to take it on an empty stomach. The effect of this medicine may be reduced when taken with anticholinergics, so maintain intervals when taking them together. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only take this medicine after carefully considering its benefits and risks, and nursing mothers should avoid taking it or stop breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been established, so its use is not recommended. Elderly patients may experience decreased kidney and liver function, so they should be monitored closely and doses adjusted if necessary. This medicine should be kept out of reach of children and not transferred to other containers to maintain its quality and safety.

Side effects

  • Localized area
  • intraluminal intestinal gas retention
  • increased serum triglycerides
  • abdominal discomfort
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • edema
  • thirst
  • fatigue
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  • eosinophilia
  • elevated AST (GOT)
  • elevated ALT (GPT)
  • elevated ALP
  • elevated γ-GTP
  • severe hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • edema
  • leukopenia
  • abdominal bloating
  • oral paralysis
  • abdominal pain
  • dysgeusia
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • unsteadiness
  • headache
  • tremors
  • drowsiness
  • indigestion
  • galactorrhea
  • nausea
  • loose stools
  • upper abdominal pain
  • dry lips
  • oral discomfort
  • pancreatic cyst
  • gastric cancer
  • heart failure
  • cataracts
  • insomnia
  • arthralgia
  • fever
  • dyspnea
  • nasopharyngitis
  • palpitations
  • pruritus

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

Storage

This medicine may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the effectiveness of the medicine over time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink, rectangular, extended-release film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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