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Legamarin Soft Capsule (Milk Thistle Fruit Dried Extract)

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
Milk-Thistle Fruit Dried Extract›175mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)일화
Appearance
Transparent brown oblong soft capsule containing a brown liquid
Packaging
100 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*10)]
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202003157 · Notified 2020.04.28

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.04.28. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Adjunctive treatment for toxic liver disease, chronic hepatitis, and liver cirrhosis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Initial dose of 140 mg of silymarin (or 60 mg of silibinin) 3 times a day. Maintenance dose of 70 mg (or 30 mg of silibinin) 3 times a day or 140 mg (or 60 mg of silibinin) 2 times a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)일화

Efficacy & effects

Adjunctive treatment for toxic liver disease, chronic hepatitis, and liver cirrhosis

  • Toxic liver disease
  • chronic hepatitis
  • liver cirrhosis
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This medication is used as an adjunctive treatment for liver-related diseases such as toxic liver disease, chronic hepatitis, and liver cirrhosis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Initial dose of 140 mg of silymarin (or 60 mg of silibinin) 3 times a day. Maintenance dose of 70 mg (or 30 mg of silibinin) 3 times a day or 140 mg (or 60 mg of silibinin) 2 times a day.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by patients with severe bile duct obstruction, individuals who are hypersensitive to this medication, and children under 12 years of age. Pregnant or nursing women should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as abdominal pain or diarrhea occur during use or if an allergic reaction is suspected, immediately discontinue use and consult a professional. It is important to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and to consult a doctor or pharmacist if jaundice symptoms occur. Additionally, if symptoms do not improve after about a month of use or if long-term use is anticipated, it is crucial to consult a professional. When storing, keep out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and store in a cool, dry place with the lid tightly closed. Transferring the medication to another container can lead to misuse or deterioration of quality, so it must be stored in the original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Allergic reactions, jaundice

Mild side effects

Abdominal pain, diarrhea

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 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This ensures the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Transparent brown oblong soft capsule containing a brown liquid

Package unit

100 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP*10)]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.