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Vitispan Capsules (Dried Grape Leaf Extract)

Vitispan Capsules (Dried Grape Leaf Extract)

OTC medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Dried Extract›180mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A hard capsule of upper and lower brown color filled with dark purple powder
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202003249 · Notified 2020.05.01 · Insurance code 653405140

Summary

Main use
Improvement of symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency (e.g., lower-limb edema and pain)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 360 mg of dried grape leaf extract once daily with water before breakfast.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency (e.g., lower-limb edema and pain)

  • Leg edema
  • sensation of heaviness in the legs
  • pain
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This medication helps improve leg edema, heavy feeling in the legs, and pain caused by chronic venous insufficiency. It facilitates blood circulation to relieve discomfort and reduce inconveniences in daily life, thereby improving the quality of life. Therefore, it is used to alleviate symptoms caused by chronic venous insufficiency.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 360 mg of dried grape leaf extract once daily with water before breakfast.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by anyone who has an allergic reaction to this drug or its ingredients. Also, children and adolescents should not take this medication, and those with glucose-galactose malabsorption should avoid it. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant are advised not to take this drug, as its safety has not been sufficiently confirmed. Nursing mothers should also refrain from taking this medication, as it is uncertain whether it passes into breast milk. Women of childbearing potential should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If allergic symptoms such as skin rash, hives, or itching occur during use, discontinue immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Additionally, gastrointestinal issues like stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea, as well as headaches, may occur, so these symptoms should be reported to a healthcare professional. If sudden pain, swelling, skin discoloration, or warmth occurs in one leg, it may indicate a serious risk of thrombosis, and immediate medical attention should be sought. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than 6 weeks, it should be discontinued, and the individual should consult a doctor to rule out other causes. There have been no studies on the effects of this medication on driving or machine operation, so caution is advised. Severe side effects have not been reported with overdose, but dosage should be strictly followed. Methods such as using leg bandages or compression stockings and washing with cold water should be maintained regardless of taking this medication. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, protected from direct sunlight, and kept in a cool, dry place. Do not transfer the medication from its original container to another container; always keep it tightly closed in its original packaging.

Side effects

  • Hives
  • itching
  • skin rash
  • skin hypersensitivity
  • eczema
  • angioedema
  • stomach pain
  • nausea
  • diarrhea
  • headache
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  • sudden abnormal symptoms
  • severe pain
  • swelling
  • skin discoloration
  • tension
  • warmth

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

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent the ingress of air or moisture. It is advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule of upper and lower brown color filled with dark purple powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/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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