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Icode Soft Capsule

Icode Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Cod Liver Oil›500mg / 1 capsuleSodium Chondroitin Sulfate›25mg / 1 capsuleThiamine Nitrate›6.3mg / 1 capsuleRiboflavin›3mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)서흥
Appearance
Blue oval soft capsule containing orange contents
Packaging
120 capsules/box[((10 capsules/PTP)*6/box))*2], 240 capsules/box[((10 capsules/PTP)*12/box))*2], 180 capsules/box[((10 capsules/PTP)*9/box))*2]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202401474 · Notified 2024.06.19

Summary

Main use
Improvement of dry eyes and night blindness, relief of pain from neuralgia and myalgia
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
For ages 8 and older and adults: Take 2 capsules, 2 times a day
Child dose
For ages 8 and older: Take 2 capsules, 2 times a day

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)서흥

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of dry eyes and night blindness, relief of pain from neuralgia and myalgia

  • Physical fatigue
  • reduced strength
  • dry eyes
  • night blindness
  • neuralgia
  • myalgia
  • arthralgia
  • angular cheilitis
  • cheilitis
  • stomatitis
  • glossitis
  • eczema
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The vitamins A, B1, and B2 contained in this medicine are helpful when experiencing physical fatigue, during pregnancy and lactation, in cases of reduced strength during and after illness, as well as in old age. They are particularly effective in relieving dry eyes and improving night blindness, and can also be useful for relieving pain such as neuralgia, myalgia, and arthralgia. Additionally, this medicine is effective for inflammatory symptoms such as angular cheilitis, cheilitis, stomatitis, and glossitis, as well as for eczema and dermatitis. This medicine is also helpful for relief of fatigue in the eyes. Overall, these vitamins are used for recovery from fatigue and improvement of eye health, skin, and mucosal symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

For ages 8 and older and adults: Take 2 capsules, 2 times a day

Child dose

For ages 8 and older: Take 2 capsules, 2 times a day

Precautions

This medicine should be used with caution in women in the first three months of pregnancy or in women who may become pregnant, due to the risk of congenital malformations from excessive intake of vitamin A. Individuals with allergies to the ingredients of this medicine, babies under 3 months of age, and individuals with hypersensitivity to soybean oil or peanuts should not take this medicine. Babies under 1 year of age, patients receiving medical treatment, pregnant or lactating women, premature infants, and young children should always consult a healthcare professional before taking this medicine. Patients with lipid metabolism disorders such as hyperlipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis should use this medicine with caution. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, skin rash, joint swelling, constipation, or diarrhea occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Long-term high-dose intake of vitamin A may increase the risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, so caution is advised. This medicine should be taken precisely according to the prescribed dosage and dosage, and should be administered to children under the supervision of an adult. Vitamin A can be sufficiently obtained from the diet, so supplemental intake should not exceed 5,000 IU per day. This medicine may cause urine to turn yellow, which can affect clinical test results. Patients at risk of fat overload should monitor plasma lipid levels and adjust the dose as necessary, and consider lipid content if other lipid medications are being taken together. This medicine should be stored in a cool and dry place out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and should not be transferred to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • swelling
  • severe allergic reactions

Mild side effects

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • itching
  • dry and rough skin
  • painful joint swelling
  • loose stools
  • constipation
  • diarrhea
  • loss of appetite
  • erythema
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  • eczema
  • rash
  • papular rash
  • swelling
  • fluid retention
  • yellow discoloration of urine

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

Storage

This medicine must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The best storage temperature is room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Blue oval soft capsule containing orange contents

Package unit

120 capsules/box[((10 capsules/PTP)*6/box))*2], 240 capsules/box[((10 capsules/PTP)*12/box))*2], 180 capsules/box[((10 capsules/PTP)*9/box))*2]

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