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Mosaen Tablets (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Mosaen Tablets (Mosapride Citrate Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Mosapride Citrate Dihydrate›5.29mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
NBK Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Blue rectangular film-coated tablets
Packaging
Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202003664 · Approved 2020.05.20

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms (heartburn, nausea, etc.) associated with functional dyspepsia
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 15 mg of mosapride citrate anhydrous orally per day in 3 divided doses, before or after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
NBK Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms (heartburn, nausea, etc.) associated with functional dyspepsia

  • Functional dyspepsia
  • gastrointestinal symptoms
  • heartburn
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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This medication is used to improve 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 per day in 3 divided doses, before or after meals.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used by patients with genetic conditions that cause lactose intolerance. While using this medication, side effects such as diarrhea, dry mouth, and fatigue may occur, so caution is advised. Serious liver problems may arise, so if symptoms of hepatitis or jaundice occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and a doctor consulted. Allergic reactions such as skin rashes, hives, and swelling may occur, so any unusual symptoms should be reported immediately. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and taste abnormalities may occur, so careful monitoring is required. Symptoms such as increased heart rate or dizziness, headaches may also appear as neurogenic symptoms. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than 2 weeks, long-term use is not recommended. When taking with other medications, effectiveness may decrease, especially when combined with anticholinergics; therefore, dosing intervals should be adjusted. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should use this medication only when necessary, as its safety is not confirmed. During breastfeeding, the medication may be passed into breast milk, so breastfeeding should be stopped if possible or use of this medication should be avoided. The safety of this medication has not been confirmed in children, so its use is not recommended. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney and liver function, so their condition should be monitored closely, and the dosage should be reduced if necessary. The medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is safer not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects

  • Diarrhea
  • loose stools
  • thirst
  • fatigue
  • eosinophilia
  • increased triglycerides
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated ALP
  • elevated γ-GTP
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  • fulminant hepatitis
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • edema
  • leukopenia
  • abdominal distension
  • oral paralysis
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • dysgeusia
  • elevated bilirubin
  • palpitations
  • dizziness
  • unsteadiness
  • headache
  • tremor
  • drowsiness
  • indigestion
  • excessive milk secretion

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air exposure, at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Blue rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 500 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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