Medication info

Rpbvt Capsule (Dried Grape Leaf Extract)

OTC medicationApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Dried Extract›Strength being verified
Manufacturer / importer
RP Bio Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Brown hard capsule filled with purple powder
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 600 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202005122 · Notified 2020.07.16

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2023.03.29. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
RP Bio Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

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

  • Leg edema
  • sense of heaviness in the legs
  • pain
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This medicine is used to alleviate symptoms such as leg edema, feeling of heaviness in the legs, and pain caused by chronic venous insufficiency.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

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

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by individuals allergic to this medicine or its ingredients. Additionally, children and adolescents should not take this medicine. Patients who cannot properly absorb glucose and galactose should avoid taking this medicine. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant are advised not to take this medicine, as its safety has not been sufficiently established. Nursing women should also avoid taking this medicine, as it is not clear whether it is excreted in breast milk, and breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment. Women who may become pregnant must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. If allergic symptoms such as hives, itching, or skin rashes occur while taking this medicine, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Rarely, gastrointestinal issues such as abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea may occur, so caution is advised if these symptoms develop. Headaches may occur very rarely; if symptoms are severe, consult a healthcare professional. If sudden pain or swelling in one leg, changes in skin color, tension, or warmth occur, there may be a risk of severe thrombosis, and immediate medical attention should be sought. If symptoms do not improve after approximately 6 weeks of use, discontinue use and consult a doctor. Although this medicine may require several weeks to show effectiveness, it is advised not to use it for more than 3 months continuously. There is no research on the effects of this medicine on driving or operating machinery, so caution is necessary. Although there have been no reports of serious side effects from overdose, the prescribed dosage should be adhered to. Continue treatments such as wearing leg bandages or compression stockings and washing with cold water regardless of taking this medicine. Store out of the reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and keep in a cool, dry place. Do not remove medications from their original containers; keep the lid tightly closed to maintain quality.

Side effects

  • Hives
  • itching
  • skin rash
  • skin hypersensitivity
  • eczema
  • angioedema
  • stomach pain
  • nausea
  • diarrhea
  • headache
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  • sudden unusual symptoms such as leg pain
  • swelling
  • skin discoloration
  • tension
  • warmth

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

Storage

This medicine may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be kept between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help maintain the efficacy of the medicine for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown hard capsule filled with purple powder

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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