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Alphicucurbita Soft Capsules (Cucurbita Seed Oil Extract (15~25→1))

OTC medication
Ingredient · strength
pumpkin seed oily extract›Strength being verified
Manufacturer / importer
Alphebio Inc.
Appearance
Chocolate-colored oval soft capsules containing a greenish liquid
Packaging
60 capsules (10 capsules/PTP packaging × 6), 120 capsules (10 capsules/PTP × 12)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202600915 · Notified 2026.04.01

Summary

Main use
Improvement of urinary disorders such as nocturia and frequency due to prostate enlargement
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
As Cucurbita pepo seed oil extract, take 500 mg twice daily before meals with water.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Alphebio Inc.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of urinary disorders such as nocturia and frequency due to prostate enlargement

  • Nocturia
  • frequency
  • decreased urine output
  • urinary disorders
  • sensation of residual urine
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This medication is used for urinary disorders caused by prostate enlargement. Specifically, it is effective in cases where patients experience nocturia and frequency without a sensation of residual urine, and where urine output is reduced. It is also used when there is a sensation of residual urine of about 50 mL or more, and nocturia, frequency symptoms, and urine output have further decreased. This medication helps alleviate uncomfortable symptoms by improving the urinary process. It is used to improve various urinary disorder symptoms related to prostate enlargement.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

As Cucurbita pepo seed oil extract, take 500 mg twice daily before meals with water.

Precautions

This medication contains pumpkin extract, so individuals who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components should not take it. Patients with digestive problems or those who have difficulty digesting certain sugar components should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication due to the inclusion of maltitol and sorbitol. If gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, stomach pain, or nausea occur while using this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. Also, symptoms such as blood pressure drop, skin rash, or dizziness may occur, so caution is needed for individuals taking alpha-blockers. In the case of overdose, symptoms such as heightened sensitivity or allergic reactions, including itching, rashes, facial swelling, and breathing difficulties, may rarely occur, so caution is advised. Taking more than 10 grams a day can lead to mild diarrhea, so it is important to adhere to the recommended dosage. This medication is not a fundamental treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH); if symptoms do not improve or worsen, consult a doctor. Do not take two doses at once if you miss a dose. If symptoms such as hematuria or acute hemorrhoids occur, seek medical attention immediately, and there are no known interactions of this medication with food. When taking in conjunction with other medications, it is safest to consult a professional. There have been no reports that this medication affects driving or operating machinery, but individual reactions may vary, so caution is advised. Store this medication out of reach of children, in a cool, dry place below 25 degrees Celsius, avoiding direct sunlight. Moreover, transferring the medication from its original container to a different one may risk quality degradation or misuse, so it should always be kept in its original container tightly closed.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and humidity, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is also best to keep the medication at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius. Avoid storing it in excessively hot or cold conditions for safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Chocolate-colored oval soft capsules containing a greenish liquid

Package unit

60 capsules (10 capsules/PTP packaging × 6), 120 capsules (10 capsules/PTP × 12)

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