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Viperacapsule (Dried Grape Leaf Extract)

OTC medicationHard capsuleOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Dried Extract›180mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
You & Life Science Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A hard capsule filled with purple powder, brown in color on the top and bottom.
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 600 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202003608 · Notified 2020.05.18

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.02.27. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of chronic venous insufficiency symptoms (lower-limb edema, heaviness in the lower limbs, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 360mg of dried grape leaf extract once daily in the morning before meals with water.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
You & Life Science Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of chronic venous insufficiency symptoms (lower-limb edema, heaviness in the lower limbs, etc.)

  • Chronic venous insufficiency
  • leg edema
  • leg heaviness
  • pain
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This medication helps improve symptoms such as leg edema, heaviness, and pain caused by chronic venous insufficiency. It facilitates better blood circulation, alleviating symptoms and reducing discomfort in daily life. Therefore, it is very beneficial for patients with chronic venous insufficiency and is used effectively to treat these symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 360mg of dried grape leaf extract once daily in the morning before meals with water.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to this drug or its components. Additionally, children and adolescents should not take this medication. Those with glucose-galactose malabsorption should also avoid using this form of the drug. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication, as safety studies during pregnancy are insufficient. Nursing mothers should also avoid it, as it is uncertain whether this medication passes into breast milk, and breastfeeding during treatment is not recommended. Women of childbearing potential should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If any allergy symptoms such as urticaria, itching, skin rash, or skin reactions from sunlight appear while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately, and a healthcare professional should be consulted. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, or rarely headaches may occur, and if these symptoms arise, it is important to consult a doctor. Particularly, if sudden pain, swelling, changes in skin color, or warmth appear in one leg, it may indicate serious conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, so medical attention should be sought immediately. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than 6 weeks, it is crucial to stop taking it and consult a doctor as there may be another underlying cause. This medication needs to be taken for several weeks to see effects, but care should be taken not to exceed three months of total use. There is no research on the effects of this medication on driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised. Serious side effects have not been reported in cases of overdose, but adhering to the prescribed dosage is safe. Treatments such as leg wraps or compression stockings and washing with cold water should continue regardless of this medication. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Medicines should be kept in their original container to avoid misuse or degradation of quality, and should be stored tightly closed.

Side effects

  • Urticaria
  • itching
  • skin rash
  • skin hypersensitivity
  • eczema
  • angioedema
  • abdominal 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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This helps ensure the medication's effectiveness is safely maintained.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule filled with purple powder, brown in color on the top and bottom.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 600 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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