Edostene Capsule (Erdosteine)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 300mg of erdosteine per dose orally 2∼3 times daily. When administered for acute respiratory disease, do not use continuously for more than 10 days.

This medication should not be used in patients who have an allergic reaction to this medication or any of its ingredients. It should be avoided in patients with liver cirrhosis or specific enzyme deficiencies, as the metabolites of this medication may be harmful to the body. Patients with peptic ulcers should also refrain from taking this medication. It should not be used in patients with severely impaired kidney function or severely impaired liver function. Caution is required when using this medication in patients with mild liver impairment, and the daily dose should not exceed 300mg. This medication contains Yellow No. 5 dye, so individuals allergic to this component should use it with caution. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as excessive sweating, dizziness, and facial flushing may occur. Neurological and respiratory adverse reactions such as headache, cold symptoms, and breathing difficulties may be observed. Gastrointestinal side effects such as taste disturbances, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and heartburn may occur. Allergic reactions such as hives, red spots, and eczema may appear on the skin. Symptoms potentially related to this medication, including fatigue, dyspepsia, palpitations, swelling of the face or body, itching, weakness, and rash have also been reported. Caution should be exercised when taking this medication together with expectorants, as it may hinder the expulsion of phlegm from the bronchial tubes and increase the risk of bronchial infections. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid using this medication as its safety has not been established. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container to help maintain quality and safety.

• sweating
• dizziness
• flushing
• headache
• cold
• dyspnea
• taste disturbances
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken with caution when used in combination with cough medications, and consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is advised.

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature of between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius while storing the medication. This will help retain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

This medication comes in hard capsules that have a green upper part and a light yellow lower part, containing a white powder.

Package unit

500 capsules/bottle, 30 capsules/bottle