Medication info

Mosapride SR Tablets 15 mg (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTabletOralExpired
Ingredient · strength
Mosapride Citrate Dihydrate›4.23mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Deu Pharma Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Pink oblong sustained-release film-coated tablets
Packaging
10 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 202003170 · Approved 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
Improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms caused by functional dyspepsia (heartburn, nausea, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 15 mg per day of anhydrous mosapride citrate orally once daily. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, avoiding 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
Deu Pharma Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

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

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

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 15 mg per day of anhydrous mosapride citrate orally once daily. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, avoiding 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 medicine contains lactose, so it should not be used in patients with a genetic disorder of galactose intolerance or lactose enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Side effects such as nausea, intestinal gas retention, and increased serum triglycerides may occur when taking this medicine, and serious adverse reactions such as severe liver dysfunction or jaundice may occur, so caution is advised. Hypersensitivity reactions can cause rashes or hives, and gastrointestinal problems may lead to symptoms such as abdominal distention, oral numbness, diarrhea, and vomiting. Additionally, symptoms such as elevated liver enzyme levels, palpitations, dizziness, headache, fatigue, and tremors have been reported, so if abnormal symptoms occur, consult a physician immediately. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits outweigh the risks, and it is recommended to avoid use during breastfeeding or to discontinue breastfeeding. Safety for children has not been established and there is no experience in using this medication in pediatric patients, so caution is advised. Elderly patients may have reduced kidney and liver function, so their condition should be closely monitored, and dosage adjustment may be necessary. This medication may have increased blood concentration when taken with food, so it is recommended to take it on an empty stomach. Taking it with anticholinergic drugs may reduce the effect of this medication, so it is advisable to space out the dosages when used concurrently. Lastly, keep this medicine out of reach of children and avoid transferring it to other containers.

Side effects

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

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, and it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink oblong sustained-release film-coated tablets

Package unit

10 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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