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Pecsuclu Tablet 10mg (Fexuprazan Hydrochloride)

Pecsuclu Tablet 10mg (Fexuprazan Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Fexuprazan Hydrochloride›10mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Orange-colored oblong film-coated tablet
Packaging
28 tablets/box [7 tablets/PTP*4], 100 tablets/bottle, 28 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202203319 · Approved 2022.08.18 · Insurance code 641607740

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis and treatment of erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer to adults as follows. Treatment of erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease: Administer 40mg orally once daily for 4 weeks. For patients whose esophagitis has not healed or whose symptoms persist, continue treatment for an additional 4 weeks. Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis <limited to 10mg>: Administer 10mg orally twice daily for 2 weeks. May be administered with or without food.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in gastritis and treatment of erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease

  • Erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastric mucosal lesions due to acute and chronic gastritis
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This medication is used to treat erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease and helps improve gastric mucosal damage caused by acute and chronic gastritis. It is particularly effective at this 10mg dosage for the recovery of gastric mucosal lesions. Therefore, this drug is used to alleviate discomfort caused by gastrointestinal disorders and to aid in recovery.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer to adults as follows. Treatment of erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease: Administer 40mg orally once daily for 4 weeks. For patients whose esophagitis has not healed or whose symptoms persist, continue treatment for an additional 4 weeks. Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis <limited to 10mg>: Administer 10mg orally twice daily for 2 weeks. May be administered with or without food.

Precautions

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. Patients with allergies or a history of hypersensitivity to this medication or any of its components should not use it. Additionally, individuals taking medications that contain atazanavir, nelfinavir, or rilpivirine should not take this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also avoid using this drug. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic conditions should not take it. Patients with liver or kidney dysfunction, elderly patients, and those with a history of allergy to yellow dyes 4 and 5 in this medication should exercise caution when using it. During treatment with this medication, gastrointestinal symptoms such as dyspepsia, diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal discomfort may occur. Symptoms like headaches, skin rashes, itching, and muscle pain may also happen, so if any unusual symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional. This medication may reduce stomach acid, potentially increasing the risk of intestinal infections. In particular, hospitalized patients or those taking it long-term should seek medical advice if diarrhea persists. Long-term use may increase the risk of bone fractures related to osteoporosis, so bone health should be regularly monitored as needed. Additionally, using it for more than three months may lower blood magnesium levels, necessitating periodic checks. Long-term use may result in vitamin B12 deficiency, so if related symptoms appear, testing should be conducted. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if other medications are being taken, make sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and breastfeeding should cease during its use. Safety and efficacy in children and adolescents have not been sufficiently established, so caution is warranted. Elderly patients or those with decreased renal and liver function need special caution when using this medication. While serious side effects have not been reported in cases of overdose, if an overdose is suspected, contact healthcare professionals immediately for appropriate treatment. Keep this medication out of reach of children and avoid transferring it to another container as it may affect its quality.

Side effects

  • Dyspepsia
  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • abdominal discomfort
  • chronic gastritis
  • gastritis
  • erosive gastritis
  • erythema
  • pruritus
  • headache
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  • back pain
  • hiatal hernia
  • Brunner's gland hyperplasia
  • bronchitis
  • herpes simplex
  • influenza
  • periodontitis
  • pharyngitis
  • vaginal infection
  • contact dermatitis
  • facial swelling
  • chest discomfort
  • strange sensations
  • edema
  • pain
  • fever
  • dizziness
  • taste disturbance
  • myalgia
  • musculoskeletal pain
  • cervical pain
  • cataract
  • conjunctival hemorrhage
  • retinal tear
  • ear discomfort
  • rhinorrhea
  • hypertriglyceridemia
  • abdominal distension
  • lower abdominal pain
  • upper abdominal pain
  • abdominal pain
  • changes in bowel habits
  • drowsiness
  • rotator cuff syndrome
  • increased liver enzymes
  • increased blood cholesterol
  • increased blood creatine phosphokinase
  • chest pain
  • fever
  • urinary stones
  • leukopenia
  • ligament sprain
  • dysmenorrhea

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture and is best kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will maintain its effectiveness and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Orange-colored oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets/box [7 tablets/PTP*4], 100 tablets/bottle, 28 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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