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Levote Extended Release Tablet (Levodropropizine)

Levote Extended Release Tablet (Levodropropizine)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Levodropropizine›45mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Shinil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Extended release tablet in the shape of a rectangle with a white to light yellow upper part and a white lower part.
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202104975 · Approved 2021.06.30 · Insurance code 653805950

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 1 tablet per dose (equivalent to 90mg of levodropropizine) orally 2 times daily. This medicine is an extended-release formulation; swallow it whole without splitting or crushing it.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Shinil Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough associated with acute and chronic bronchitis

  • Cough
  • acute bronchitis
  • chronic bronchitis
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This medicine is used to relieve coughing symptoms associated with acute and chronic bronchitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 1 tablet per dose (equivalent to 90mg of levodropropizine) orally 2 times daily. This medicine is an extended-release formulation; swallow it whole without splitting or crushing it.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients allergic to this drug or any of its components. It should not be administered to patients with excessive bronchial mucus or ciliary dysfunction. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. It is advisable not to use this drug in patients with severe hepatic impairment. This medication contains lactose; individuals with lactose intolerance or congenital lactose metabolism disorders should avoid it. Caution is necessary when using this drug in patients with severely weak heart function, severely impaired kidney function, elderly patients, and children. While taking this medication, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, dyspepsia, and constipation may occur, as well as neurological symptoms like drowsiness, headache, and dizziness. There have been reports of eyelid swelling, increased white blood cells in urine, and elevated liver function tests, so consult a doctor if abnormal symptoms occur. Caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery as this medication may cause drowsiness, especially when taken with alcohol, which may exacerbate drowsiness. Be careful if taken with sedatives, as drug interactions may worsen symptoms. For children, it is recommended to use other formulations that allow for divided doses instead of extended-release formulations. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should be stored in its original packaging since transferring to another container may alter its quality.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • dyspepsia
  • constipation
  • drowsiness
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • positional vertigo
  • eyelid edema
  • increased leukocytes in urine
  • elevated ALT
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  • elevated AST
  • positive Helicobacter pylori
  • carbonic acidemia
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • fatigue
  • functional impairment
  • half-life
  • coma
  • palpitations
  • allergic reaction
  • anaphylaxis
  • hypersensitivity

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and light, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degrees and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help safely maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Extended release tablet in the shape of a rectangle with a white to light yellow upper part and a white lower part.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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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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