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Minofen Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구Approval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›200mg / 1 capsuleFursultiamine›1.25mg / 1 capsuleRiboflavin›12.5mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)서흥
Appearance
Yellow oval soft capsule containing light yellow contents
Packaging
10 capsules/PTP
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202103862 · Notified 2021.05.14

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.06.23. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of pain (headache, toothache, etc.) and fever
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
For individuals aged 15 and older: 1 capsule at a time, up to 3 times a day, taken after meals. Dosing intervals should be at least 4 hours apart.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)서흥

Efficacy & effects

Relief of pain (headache, toothache, etc.) and fever

  • Headache
  • toothache
  • post-extraction pain
  • sore throat
  • ear pain
  • joint pain
  • neuralgia
  • lower back pain
  • muscle pain
  • shoulder pain
  • bruising pain
  • fracture pain
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This medication is used to relieve various types of pain including headache, toothache, post-extraction pain, sore throat, and ear pain. It is also effective for musculoskeletal pain such as joint pain, neuralgia, lower back pain, muscle pain, and shoulder stiffness. It can help alleviate pain due to trauma such as bruises or fractures, sprains, and menstrual pain. Additionally, it has antipyretic properties that improve symptoms in cases of chills or fever. It is used to relieve discomfort caused by various types of pain and fever.

How to take

Adult dose

For individuals aged 15 and older: 1 capsule at a time, up to 3 times a day, taken after meals. Dosing intervals should be at least 4 hours apart.

Precautions

This medication can put a burden on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Additionally, if a sudden rash, blisters, or red spots appear on the skin while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. This medication contains acetaminophen, so it is important to avoid exceeding the maximum daily dose of 4,000mg, and it should not be taken with other medications that contain acetaminophen. Individuals with a history of hypersensitivity or asthma, and infants under 3 months old should not take this medication. It is also safe to avoid taking other antipyretic analgesics, cold medicines, or sedatives during treatment. Particularly, children infected with chickenpox or influenza, those with specific allergic conditions, those with liver or kidney disease, the elderly, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a specialist before use. If symptoms such as rash, itching, nausea, dizziness, or swelling appear after taking the medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and frequency meticulously and avoid long-term use, as well as avoid alcohol during treatment. Lastly, store it in a cool, dry place out of reach of children, keep it tightly closed to prevent exposure to direct sunlight, and do not transfer it to another container to maintain quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness → Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) High fever with severe rash, blisters, painful mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes → Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (severe skin adverse reaction) Asthma attack Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy → Liver dysfunction

Mild side effects

  • Rash/redness (erythema)
  • itching
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • constipation
  • dizziness
  • swelling (edema)

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow oval soft capsule containing light yellow contents

Package unit

10 capsules/PTP

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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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