Apocuron Tablets (Aplocualone)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer afloqualone 20㎎ orally three times daily. Adjust the dose according to age and symptoms.

This medication contains lactose and should not be used by patients with hereditary lactose intolerance. When taking this medication, mental dizziness or drowsiness may occur, and occasionally, symptoms such as headaches may appear. Gastrointestinal effects may also occur, leading to nausea, decreased appetite, abdominal pain, and discomfort in the stomach, and rare cases of vomiting or diarrhea may occur. There may be symptoms of increased sensitivity to light, so if such symptoms occur, the medication should be discontinued and a consultation with a doctor should be made. Additionally, if allergic reactions such as rashes or itching occur, immediate discontinuation of the medication and appropriate measures should be taken. This medication may cause fatigue or lethargy, and in rare instances, symptoms such as edema, tinnitus, frequent urination, and oral inflammation may occur. During the course of treatment, drowsiness or dulled reflexes may occur, so driving or operating hazardous machinery should be avoided. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits of treatment outweigh the risks, as its safety is not assured. Breastfeeding is also not established for safety, so it should be avoided if possible, and if absolutely necessary, breastfeeding should be discontinued. There is insufficient safety experience with this medication in children, therefore safety has not been fully confirmed. In elderly patients, caution is required as physical functions may be diminished, including reducing the medication dosage.

• dizziness
• lightheadedness
• drowsiness
• headache
• heaviness in the head
• nausea
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain
• discomfort in the stomach
• vomiting

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a special container that does not allow light. Furthermore, it is important to keep the medication at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 1000 tablets/bottle