Melasin Jangyongjeong (Bromelain)

Adult dosage

As bromelain, take 100mg, 2 times a day. Take with water 30 minutes before meals.

Children's dosage

Children over 12 years old should take 100mg, 2 times a day, as adults do, taking it with water 30 minutes before meals.

This medication should not be taken by patients with severe blood coagulation disorders, such as those with hemophilia. Patients with severe liver or kidney disease, especially those undergoing dialysis, should avoid using this medication. Patients taking anticoagulants or platelet aggregation inhibitors should be cautious, as the risk of bleeding may increase when used together with this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication, as its safety has not been established. It is safe to avoid administering this medication to children under 12 years old. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with genetic issues like lactose intolerance, galactose intolerance, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. This medication contains a pigment known as Yellow No. 5, so patients with allergies or hypersensitivity to this ingredient should use it cautiously. Patients taking antibiotics, especially those in the tetracycline class, should consult with healthcare providers before taking this medication, as concurrent use may enhance the effects of the antibiotics. If any abnormal symptoms, such as allergic reactions, occur while taking this medication, discontinuation should be immediate, and a healthcare provider or pharmacist should be consulted. Additionally, gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal pain or diarrhea may occur rarely, so notify healthcare providers if such symptoms appear. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of children, and it is important to keep it in its original container with the lid tightly closed. Transferring to another container may degrade the quality of the medication or increase the risk of misuse, so caution is advised.

Mild side effects

• Hypersensitivity
• abdominal pain
• diarrhea

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it is important to store it at a cool temperature below 25 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Yellowish-brown round enteric-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/box[(10 tablets/PTP*1)], 30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle