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Maxibufen Coated Soft Capsule

Maxibufen Coated Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Ibuprofen›75mg / 1 capsuleGuaifenesin›41.66mg / 1 capsuleDextromethorphan Hydrobromide Hydrate›8mg / 1 capsuleDL-Methylephedrine Hydrochloride›12.5mg / 1 capsuleBromhexine Hydrochloride›2mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
한미약품(주)
Appearance
Yellow transparent oval soft capsule containing a light yellow transparent liquid
Packaging
12 capsules/box [12 capsules/PTP×1]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202502046 · Notified 2025.08.06

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold symptoms (such as sore throat, cough, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
15 years old and over, and adults: Take 2 capsules 30 minutes after each meal, 3 times a day.
Child dose
Aged 8 years old and over but under 15 years old: Take 1 capsule 30 minutes after each meal, 3 times a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한미약품(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold symptoms (such as sore throat, cough, etc.)

  • sore throat
  • cough
  • phlegm
  • chills
  • fever
  • headache
  • joint pain
  • muscle pain
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This medicine helps alleviate various symptoms accompanying a cold, such as sore throat, cough with phlegm, sudden chills and shivering, fever, headache, joint pain, and muscle pain. It reduces your uncomfortable symptoms to assist in a quicker recovery, allowing you to carry on with daily life without hindrance. It effectively acts on these symptoms to improve discomfort caused by the cold.

How to take

Adult dose

15 years old and over, and adults: Take 2 capsules 30 minutes after each meal, 3 times a day.

Child dose

Aged 8 years old and over but under 15 years old: Take 1 capsule 30 minutes after each meal, 3 times a day.

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by anyone who is allergic to this medicine or its ingredients or has a history of hypersensitivity reactions. Additionally, those who have experienced asthma when taking this medicine or other pain relievers or cold medications should also refrain from taking it. Infants under 3 months old should not use this medicine. Those taking MAO inhibitors or who have stopped taking them within the past 2 weeks, such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, or antipsychotics, should not take this medicine. While taking this medicine, it is advisable not to take cough suppressants, expectorants, other cold medications, antipyretics, analgesics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Children suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, especially those under 15 years of age, should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. It is necessary for those who have a history of allergy symptoms such as fever, rash, itching, or asthma caused by medication to consult a professional before taking this medicine. Consultation with a healthcare professional is recommended for people with liver, kidney, heart, thyroid diseases, diabetes, or hypertension, or for elderly individuals, those who are physically weak, or those with a high fever before taking this medicine. Caution is required for individuals with gastrointestinal issues such as heartburn or stomach pain, or those with ulcers or bleeding disorders. Those who have lost a lot of fluids due to vomiting or diarrhea or are taking diuretics should consult before taking this medicine. Pregnant women or women who could become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should be particularly cautious, and the ingredients of this medicine are not recommended during the latter stages of pregnancy. If you are taking other medications or are undergoing treatment, be sure to inform and consult with a healthcare professional. Individuals who smoke, have asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or cough lasting more than a week, or experience accompanying symptoms like fever, rash, or headache should consult a professional before taking this medicine. If symptoms such as rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, swelling, dizziness, insomnia occur while taking this medicine, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Severe allergic reactions, skin conditions, asthma attacks, or cardiovascular symptoms can rarely occur; if such symptoms arise, you should stop taking the medicine immediately. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medicine 5 to 6 times, consult a professional. Children under 2 years of age should not be administered this medicine, and if necessary, medical advice should be sought. It is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and not to use it for an extended period. When administering to children, the supervision of an guardian is necessary. It is advisable to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. This medicine may temporarily increase phlegm production. Animal studies have reported a transient increase in certain serum enzymes and phlegm with long-term high dosing. Cases of cardiovascular allergic reactions known as Churg-Strauss syndrome have been reported among some patients taking this medicine, so caution is warranted. This medicine should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or humidity. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction)
  • Severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa with high fever → Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (severe skin adverse reaction)
  • Asthma attack
  • Churg-Strauss syndrome → Cardiovascular symptoms (can induce myocardial infarction)

Mild side effects

  • rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • constipation
  • stomach pain
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
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  • swelling
  • dizziness
  • anxiety
  • tremors
  • insomnia
  • increased phlegm production

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

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or humidity. It is advisable to keep the storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow transparent oval soft capsule containing a light yellow transparent liquid

Package unit

12 capsules/box [12 capsules/PTP×1]

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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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