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Melaem Sustained Release Tablet 2mg (Melatonin)

Melaem Sustained Release Tablet 2mg (Melatonin)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Melatonin›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)마더스제약
Appearance
White to grayish white, biconvex, round sustained-release tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/box [(15 tablets/PTP) x 2]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202006553 · Approved 2020.09.22

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)마더스제약

Efficacy & effects

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

  • Decreased sleep quality
  • insomnia
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This medication is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia in patients aged 55 and older who experience decreased sleep quality. It helps alleviate sleep disturbances and promotes deep and restful sleep, aiding in the improvement of fatigue and concentration decline during the day. It is recommended for safe short-term use, with appropriate dosage adjustments considered based on the patient's health condition. Ultimately, it aims to improve sleep quality and support overall health in daily life.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet orally daily, 1 to 2 hours before bedtime after a meal, without chewing or breaking it.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this drug or its components. This drug contains lactose, so individuals with a genetic disorder that prevents lactose digestion should not use it. Patients with kidney or liver dysfunction should use this medication with caution. Caution is also required when used by patients with autoimmune diseases or by pregnant or breastfeeding women. This drug can cause drowsiness; therefore, caution should be exercised in situations where drowsiness may lead to accidents. This medication may interact with other drugs, so any current medications should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist. It is advisable for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid this medication, and safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 18. Care should be taken as this medication may impair concentration while driving or operating machinery. This drug should be stored out of reach of children and kept in its original container for safety.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Urticaria
  • angioedema
  • oral swelling
  • tongue swelling
  • hyperbilirubinemia
  • angina
  • facial swelling
  • respiratory distress

Mild side effects

  • Headache
  • nasopharyngitis
  • lower back pain
  • joint pain
  • hypertriglyceridemia
  • hypocalcemia
  • hyponatremia
  • hypersensitivity
  • nervousness
  • anxiety
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  • insomnia
  • abnormal dreams
  • nightmares
  • mood changes
  • aggression
  • crying
  • stress symptoms
  • disorientation
  • early morning awakening
  • increased libido
  • depressive mood
  • depression
  • migraine
  • somnolence
  • excessive psychomotor activity
  • dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • fainting
  • memory disorders
  • attention disorders
  • states of confusion

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light in. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature, that is, below 25 degrees Celsius, to maintain the drug's efficacy.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White to grayish white, biconvex, round sustained-release tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(15 tablets/PTP) x 2]

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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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