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Melout Tablet

Melout Tablet

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
L-Cysteine›40mg / 1 tabletAscorbic Acid Coated›51.5mg / 1 tabletCalcium Pantothenate›4mg / 1 tabletPyridoxine Hydrochloride›1mg / 1 tabletTranexamic Acid›125mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)동구바이오제약
Appearance
Pink round film-coated tablet
Packaging
In-house packaging unit
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201108962 · Notified 2011.10.21

Summary

Main use
Improvement of melasma
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
For those 15 years and older, take 2 tablets at a time, 3 times a day after meals.
Child dose
Do not take for those under 15 years old.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)동구바이오제약

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of melasma

  • Melasma
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This medicine is used primarily for the improvement of melasma that occurs on the skin.

How to take

Adult dose

For those 15 years and older, take 2 tablets at a time, 3 times a day after meals.

Child dose

Do not take for those under 15 years old.

Precautions

This drug should not be taken by individuals who are currently taking other oral medications containing tranexamic acid. Additionally, patients who are receiving thrombin should not take this medication. Those with severe renal impairment or hepatic coma should not use this medicine. Individuals who have had allergic reactions to this drug or its components should avoid taking it. Patients with thrombosis, such as cerebral thrombus, myocardial infarction, thrombophlebitis, or pulmonary embolism, should also refrain from taking this medication. Before taking this medication, you should definitely consult with a doctor, dentist, or pharmacist. Women who are currently undergoing treatment, pregnant, or who may become pregnant, as well as elderly individuals over the age of 55 and those with allergic predispositions, should consult a professional. Caution is also advised for individuals who have previously experienced drug allergies. Individuals at risk of thrombosis or those with a history of thrombosis, as well as those with a family history, should consult a doctor. Individuals with poor kidney function and cystinuria patients should also consult a professional before taking this medication. Furthermore, if you find it difficult to distinguish whether your pigmentation is the melasma that this drug is targeting, especially if the color is darker and the surface is elevated, it is advisable to consult a dermatologist. If you experience skin rash or itching after taking this medicine, you should immediately stop taking it and consult with a healthcare professional. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and heartburn, and if these symptoms occur, you should stop taking the drug and inform your doctor or pharmacist. During treatment, be alert to initial signs of thrombosis. If you experience severe headaches, a feeling of the tongue being twisted, chest pain lasting more than 10 minutes, sudden shortness of breath, pain or swelling in one leg, unexplained difficulty breathing, or transient loss of consciousness, you must immediately inform a healthcare professional. This drug should not be continued for more than 2 months, and if you stop taking it and decide to restart, at least a 2-month interval should be maintained. The efficacy for melasma improvement can vary from person to person and may not fully disappear. This medication can affect the results of urine and stool tests, so if you are undergoing testing, be sure to inform them that you are taking a medication containing vitamin C. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or orthostatic hypotension may occur, and treatment may include inducing vomiting, gastric lavage, or administering activated charcoal. Additionally, maintaining adequate hydration and considering anticoagulant therapy may be advised in cases of thrombosis risk. When storing, avoid direct sunlight and keep in a cool place with low humidity. Store out of reach of children, and do not transfer to another container. Do not touch with wet hands, and do not take expired products. It is best to use the product as soon as possible after opening. Lastly, there have been reports that tranexamic acid included in this medication can cause retinal changes in dogs when administered in large quantities over a long period, so caution is needed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Severe headache
  • sudden shortness of breath
  • sudden difficulty breathing
  • swelling
  • loss of consciousness

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • itching
  • diarrhea
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • loss of appetite
  • heartburn
  • queasiness
  • orthostatic hypotension

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken together with oral medications that contain tranexamic acid. Individuals receiving thrombin treatment should also refrain from taking this medication.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter. Additionally, it should be stored at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, not in excessively hot or cold environments.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

In-house packaging unit

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.