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Teranophen Tablet

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›500mg / 1 tabletBenfotiamine›8mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)테라젠이텍스
Appearance
White to slightly yellow oblong film-coated tablet
Packaging
For domestic use - 10 tablets per PTP
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202203540 · Notified 2022.09.13

Summary

Main use
Improvement of pain (headache, toothache, etc.) and fever
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Aged 15 and older: Take 1 tablet at a time, up to twice a day and avoid taking it on an empty stomach. The dosing interval should be at least 6 hours.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)테라젠이텍스

Efficacy & effects

Improvement 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
  • contusion pain
  • fracture pain
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This medicine is effective for relieving various types of pain such as headaches, toothaches, sore throat, joint pain, and muscle pain. It also helps reduce pain after tooth extraction or due to trauma. Additionally, it exhibits antipyretic effects when there are chills or fever. This medication is also used for musculoskeletal pain such as neuralgia, lower back pain, and shoulder stiffness. It is effective for alleviating menstrual pain as well. Overall, it is used to relieve pain and reduce fever to improve symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Aged 15 and older: Take 1 tablet at a time, up to twice a day and avoid taking it on an empty stomach. The dosing interval should be at least 6 hours.

Precautions

This medication may burden the liver, so those who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol a day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. While taking this medication, there may rarely be severe skin reactions, so if a rash or allergic symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Since it contains acetaminophen, care must be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage, and it should not be taken together with other acetaminophen-containing medications. Individuals with an allergy to this medication or its ingredients, or who have previously experienced asthma, and infants under 3 months of age should not take this medication. It is recommended not to take this medication simultaneously with other antipyretic analgesics, cold medications, or sedatives. Especially for infants suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, and children under 15 years old, it is essential to consult a doctor before use, as well as for those with allergies, liver, kidney, thyroid diseases, diabetes, hypertension, the elderly, and pregnant or breastfeeding women. If symptoms such as rash, itching, nausea, dizziness, or swelling appear after taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional, as urgent action may be necessary for serious allergic reactions or skin conditions. Children under 2 years of age should not take this medication except in special cases and must receive medical advice before use. During use, it is important to adhere to the prescribed dosage and avoid prolonged use, as well as abstain from alcohol. In addition, since taking this medication alongside certain other drugs may affect drug metabolism, it is vital to consult a professional if taking other medications. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain quality. It is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
  • Severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/eye mucosa → severe skin adverse reactions
  • Asthma
  • Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy → liver dysfunction (jaundice)

Mild side effects

Rash, redness, itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, dizziness, swelling, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's efficacy for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White to slightly yellow oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

For domestic use - 10 tablets per PTP

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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.