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Tapazole (Tropicamide Hydrochloride)

Tapazole (Tropicamide Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tiropramide Hydrochloride›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Unimed Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200004643 · Notified 2000.04.26 · Insurance code 649504210

Summary

Main use
Relief of abdominal cramps and pain (e.g., cholelithiasis) and acute colic (e.g., hepatobiliary or renal colic)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
ㆍAdults: Administer 100㎎ of tiropramide hydrochloride orally 2-3 times daily. ㆍAdjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Unimed Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of abdominal cramps and pain (e.g., cholelithiasis) and acute colic (e.g., hepatobiliary or renal colic)

  • Acute spasmodic pain
  • biliary colic
  • abdominal pain
  • renal and ureteral colic
  • abdominal spasms
  • pain
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This medication is effective in relieving acute spasmodic pain such as biliary colic or abdominal pain caused by various reasons, and renal and ureteral colic. It is also used to treat gastrointestinal dysmotility, cholelithiasis, cholecystitis, and abdominal spasms and pain due to postoperative adhesions. This drug helps alleviate pain by relaxing spasms in the abdomen and relevant areas. It is suitable for managing patients' unpleasant symptoms and is used for abdominal pain management.

How to take

Adult dose

ㆍAdults: Administer 100㎎ of tiropramide hydrochloride orally 2-3 times daily. ㆍAdjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This drug should not be used in patients with narrowed gastrointestinal tracts. If the gastrointestinal tract is narrowed, the drug may not work properly or symptoms may worsen. Additionally, it should not be administered to patients with abnormally enlarged or poorly functioning intestines, as there is a higher risk of side effects in such conditions. Patients with allergic reactions to this medication must avoid its use. Allergic reactions can lead to serious health issues. It is advisable not to administer this drug to patients with severely impaired liver function. An unhealthy liver may lead to increased side effects due to improper drug metabolism. Caution is needed when using this drug in patients with glaucoma or prostatic hyperplasia. Although this drug does not have direct anticholinergic effects, symptoms may worsen in these conditions. Using this medication may result in dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and symptoms like itching or rashes on the skin. If such symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately. Patients taking antihypertensive medications should take caution when using this drug in high doses, as it may lower blood pressure excessively. Pregnant women should use this drug cautiously and only under a doctor's guidance, as no specific abnormalities were found in animal studies, but it should be used only when necessary during pregnancy. This medication should be kept out of reach of children. Also, transferring the medication to a different container may lead to accidents or decreased drug quality; therefore, it is advisable to keep it in its original container.

Side effects

  • dry mouth
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • itching
  • erythema

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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