Benfostate Tablet

Adult dose

For those 12 years and older and adults: 1 tablet once daily.

This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia, patients with sarcoidosis, which is an unknown cause systemic inflammatory disease, or those with kidney disease. Additionally, those with allergic reactions to this medication or its ingredients, infants under 12 months, and patients with kidney stones should not take it. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or genetic lactase deficiency should also refrain from taking it. Individuals allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should not take this medication. While taking this medication, it is advisable to avoid taking phosphates, calcium salts, orally administered tetracycline antibiotics, and antacids simultaneously. It should also not be taken with the medication levodopa. Patients receiving medical treatment or those with oxalate nephropathy, pregnant or lactating women, premature infants, babies, and individuals with heart or kidney disorders must consult a specialist before taking this medication. Patients with a history of hypoproteinemia, gout, or kidney stones, and those with abnormal lipid metabolism should also consult a specialist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rashes, low blood pressure, or swelling occur during treatment, stop taking it immediately and consult a specialist. Likewise, if there are prolonged menstrual changes or bleeding, stop taking and consult. Women taking oral contraceptives containing estrogen or patients at risk of thrombosis should be cautious as the risk of thrombosis may increase when taking this medication. Long-term high-dose use may lead to tolerance, and taking it with certain vitamins can cause nerve damage or blood abnormalities. High doses may lead to peptic ulcers, blood glucose abnormalities, or liver damage, so caution is advised. Overdosage may manifest as nausea, vomiting, swelling, or congestive heart failure symptoms; notify a specialist immediately. This medication must be taken according to the prescribed method and dosage; it may affect blood glucose detection during urine tests. During treatment, it is advisable to avoid drinks containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea. Patients with lipid metabolism issues should monitor plasma lipid levels and adjust medication doses as needed. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, protected from direct sunlight, and stored in a cool, dry place. Additionally, it should not be transferred to another container to prevent misuse and maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Pulmonary edema (swelling), edema (swelling)

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• discomfort in the stomach
• constipation
• rash
• redness
• loose stools
• gastrointestinal disturbances
• digestive disorders

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air or moisture and kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain its effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Brown oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

60 tablets/bottle, 120 tablets/box [60 tablets/bottle * 2], 90 tablets/bottle, 180 tablets/box [90 tablets/bottle * 2]