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Spasmonal Capsule (Alverine Citrate)

Prescription medicationHard capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Alverine Citrate›120mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
에리슨제약(주)
Appearance
A hard capsule with a pale blue upper part and a greenish lower part filled with a white mixture.
Packaging
100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202107582 · Approved 2021.11.23

Summary

Main use
Relief of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Painful Diverticulitis, and Dysmenorrhea (Cramping)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: 1 capsule at a time, taken 1-3 times a day

Ingredients

Manufacturer
에리슨제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Painful Diverticulitis, and Dysmenorrhea (Cramping)

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • painful diverticulitis
  • primary dysmenorrhea
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This medication helps relieve smooth muscle spasms used for conditions such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, painful diverticulitis, and primary dysmenorrhea. It reduces abdominal discomfort and pain caused by these conditions, thereby improving the quality of daily life. Therefore, it is effectively used to alleviate these symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: 1 capsule at a time, taken 1-3 times a day

Precautions

This medicine should not be used in patients with paralytic ileus or bowel obstruction. Patients with allergies to any component of this medicine should also avoid taking it. Patients with severe constipation or women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication with caution. Patients with abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge, as well as those with urination difficulties or pain, also need to be careful. Side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, skin itching or rash, shortness of breath may occur, so if any abnormal symptoms arise, it is important to inform a healthcare professional immediately. This medication may cause a positive reaction in doping tests, so athletes should be cautious. The prescribed dosage and frequency must be strictly adhered to, and if any abnormal symptoms occur, one should stop taking it and consult a doctor or pharmacist. The use of this medication is not recommended as safety has not been fully established for pregnant and nursing women. It is advisable that children under 12 do not take this medication. In case of overdose, hypotension or atropine-like toxicity may occur, so appropriate medical treatment should be sought immediately. This medication may cause drowsiness, so it is safer to avoid driving or operating machinery after taking it.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Shortness of breath
  • anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction)
  • jaundice due to hepatitis

Mild side effects

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • itching
  • rash
  • hives
  • wheezing
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • hypotension
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  • drowsiness

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that can block light, maintaining a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Additionally, it is important to store it in a dry place without moisture.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule with a pale blue upper part and a greenish lower part filled with a white mixture.

Package unit

100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 10)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.