Seratune Soft Capsule

Adult dose

For individuals aged 12 years and older, take 1 capsule twice daily.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to this medication or any of its ingredients. Additionally, it should be avoided by infants under 12 months of age, patients with severe renal dysfunction, and those allergic to soybean oil, soybeans, or peanuts. During the use of this medication, it is advisable not to take medications such as phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, and antacids simultaneously. Patients receiving treatment from a physician, pregnant or breastfeeding women, individuals with heart or circulatory problems, patients with poor renal function, and those with hypoproteinemia must consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. Moreover, individuals with problems related to fat metabolism, such as hyperlipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, and pancreatitis should be cautious when taking this medication, as should those who are allergic to Red 40 dye included in this medication. If gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, skin rash or red spots, irregular heartbeats, or central nervous system symptoms occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. For women, the menstruation cycle may become shorter or bleeding may prolong, and those taking oral estrogen contraceptives or those at risk for thrombosis may have an increased risk of thrombosis associated with vitamin E use. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, hypernatremia, heart failure, and edema may occur, so caution is advised, especially in conjunction with certain diuretics due to the risk of hyperkalemia. If symptoms do not improve after one month of taking the medication, it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional. It is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines, and avoid teas containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea, before and after taking the medication. Patients at risk of fat overload should regularly monitor their blood lipid levels to adjust the dosage of this medication as needed. This medication should not be transferred to other containers and should be kept in a tightly sealed place, away from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry area. It is also very important to store it in a safe place out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Cardiac arrest (cardiac rhythm disturbance), central nervous system impairment

Mild side effects

Gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, rash, redness, increased menstruation or prolonged bleeding, nausea, vomiting, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, risk of edema, risk of hyperkalemia

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline preparations, or antacids. If used concomitantly with estrogen-containing oral contraceptives, anti-aldosterone agents, triamterene, or injectable lipid preparations, consult a physician or pharmacist.

Food interactions

This medication should be avoided before and after taking teas containing tannins, such as green tea and black tea.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, with storage temperatures maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way can help well maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

Brownish-red oblong soft capsules containing a pale yellow oily substance

Package unit

60 capsules per box [(10 capsules/PTP) X 6], 120 capsules per box [((10 capsules/PTP) X 6) X 2]