Levagen Tablets (Rivampicin)

Adult dose

Administer 100 mg of levamisole orally 3 times a day. However, for gastric ulcers, administer in the morning, evening, and before bedtime.

This medication should not be used in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the ingredients. Rarely, serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis may occur during the use of this medication, so if symptoms arise, discontinue use immediately and seek appropriate treatment. There may also be a decrease in white blood cells or platelets, so it is important to periodically monitor blood status. As liver function issues may arise, if liver enzyme levels increase or jaundice symptoms appear, discontinuation and consultation with a physician are necessary. Skin hypersensitivity reactions such as hives, rashes, and itching may occur, so discontinue the medication if these symptoms manifest. Neurological symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, and paralysis have also been reported, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks, as its safety has not been established. Breastfeeding women are advised to avoid this medication as it may be excreted in breast milk. Caution is needed for children, especially those who are underweight or newborns, as safety has not been sufficiently confirmed in this population. The elderly may generally have decreased physiological functions and may be more sensitive to side effects such as gastrointestinal symptoms, so caution is required. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may pose a risk of accidents and degrade quality.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• symptoms resembling anaphylaxis
• hives
• thrombocytopenia
• leukopenia
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• paralysis
• respiratory distress
• edema.

Mild side effects

Rarely, rashes, itching, vesicular eczema, paralysis, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, and rarely constipation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, taste disturbance, fever, facial flushing, tongue paralysis, coughing, hair loss, and rarely menstrual irregularities, increased BUN, sensation of a foreign body in the pharynx, breast swelling, breast pain, gynecomastia, stimulation of milk secretion, palpitations.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container that blocks light and at room temperature between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the efficacy of the medication and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

White, round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle