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Melphit Extended-Release Tablets 2 mg (Melatonin)

Melphit Extended-Release Tablets 2 mg (Melatonin)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Melatonin›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
대한뉴팜(주)
Appearance
White to grayish-white round extended-release tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/ptp) * 3]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202006548 · Approved 2020.09.22

Summary

Main use
Treatment for improving sleep quality in patients with insomnia aged 55 and older
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Take 1 tablet orally once daily, 1 to 2 hours before bedtime after meals, without chewing or crushing.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
대한뉴팜(주)

Efficacy & effects

Treatment for improving sleep quality in patients with insomnia aged 55 and older

  • Deterioration of sleep quality
  • insomnia
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This medication is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia patients whose sleep quality has deteriorated in the age group of 55 and older. It helps reduce fatigue and promotes restful sleep by improving sleep patterns.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet orally once daily, 1 to 2 hours before bedtime after meals, without chewing or crushing.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals who have allergic reactions to this medicine or its ingredients. Additionally, individuals with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should not take this medication. Patients with kidney or liver issues should exercise caution when using this medication. Patients with autoimmune diseases or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also take this medication carefully. This medication may cause various side effects such as headaches, nasopharyngitis, lower back pain, and joint pain, so if any unusual symptoms occur, consult a doctor. This medication can cause drowsiness; therefore, caution is advised when engaging in dangerous activities such as driving or operating machinery. There may be interactions with other medications, so it is essential to consult a specialist, especially if you are taking medications metabolized in the liver. Taking this medication with alcohol may reduce its effectiveness, so it is advisable not to take them together. It is recommended that pregnant or breastfeeding women avoid taking this medication. For child safety, keep this medication out of reach of children, and do not transfer it to other containers; store it in the original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • angioedema
  • oral edema
  • tongue edema
  • pneumonia
  • duodenal ulcer
  • Wernicke's encephalopathy
  • angina
  • tinnitus
  • lumbar fractures
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  • congestive dermatitis
  • thrombocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • angioedema
  • hypertension
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • elevated liver enzymes
  • hyperbilirubinemia.

Mild side effects

  • Headaches
  • nasopharyngitis
  • lower back pain
  • joint pain
  • high triglyceridemia
  • hypocalcemia
  • hyponatremia
  • hypersensitivity
  • neuroexcitation
  • anxiety
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  • insomnia
  • abnormal dreams
  • nightmares
  • mood changes
  • aggression
  • crying
  • stress
  • disorientation
  • early morning awakening
  • increased libido
  • depressed mood
  • depression
  • migraines
  • somnolence
  • psychomotor agitation
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • fainting
  • memory impairment
  • attention deficit
  • lethargy
  • restlessness.

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that protects it from light and at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Proper storage can help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White to grayish-white round extended-release tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/ptp) * 3]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.