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Orochin EF Tablets

OTC medicationTablet경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate›33.33mg / 1 tabletAscorbic Acid Coated›17.36mg / 1 tabletPyridoxine Hydrochloride›8.33mg / 1 tabletCalcium Pantothenate›5mg / 1 tabletRiboflavin Butyrate›2mg / 1 tabletChlorpheniramine Maleate›1.33mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)유유제약
Appearance
Black, round film-coated tablet
Packaging
20 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 2), 100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 10)
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201506383 · Notified 2015.09.04

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.09.04. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of symptoms of urticaria and eczema (such as skin itching)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults and those over 15 years: 2 tablets per dose, 3 times a day. Dosing interval should be more than 4 hours.
Child dose
Ages 8 to 14: 1 tablet per dose, 3 times a day. Dosing interval should be more than 4 hours.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)유유제약

Efficacy & effects

Relief of symptoms of urticaria and eczema (such as skin itching)

  • Urticaria
  • eczema
  • itching
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This medicine is used for urticaria, eczema, and allergies and skin diseases that cause itching.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults and those over 15 years: 2 tablets per dose, 3 times a day. Dosing interval should be more than 4 hours.

Child dose

Ages 8 to 14: 1 tablet per dose, 3 times a day. Dosing interval should be more than 4 hours.

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by infants under 3 months of age. Those who have had allergic reactions to this medicine or its components should avoid taking it. This medicine should not be taken by those currently taking MAO inhibitors, such as antidepressants and antipsychotics, or who have stopped taking them within the past two weeks. As it contains lactose, those with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should not take this medicine. During treatment with this medicine, do not take other oral medications for rhinitis, cold medications containing antihistamines, motion sickness medications, allergy medications, or formulations containing diphenhydramine. Children aged 3 months to under 2 years should take this medicine only after consulting a doctor, and it is advisable to avoid taking it except in special cases. Those with allergic tendencies or a history of drug allergy symptoms, hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, glaucoma, difficulty urinating, or other related diseases should consult a specialist before taking this medicine. Elderly persons, those currently undergoing treatment, or those with chronic cough or severe respiratory symptoms should also consult a doctor. If serious allergic reactions such as urticaria, swelling, or shortness of breath occur after taking the medicine, stop taking it immediately and consult medical staff. If symptoms such as swelling of the face or extremities, increased blood pressure, headache, muscle weakness appear, they may be side effects of this medicine, and immediate consultation with a specialist is required. If unusual symptoms such as rash, vomiting, loss of appetite, or difficulty urinating occur after taking the medicine, stop taking it and inform medical staff. Adhere to the prescribed dosage and precautions, and ensure that long-term use is avoided. When administering to children, guardians should observe and guide carefully. This medication may cause drowsiness, so it is safer to avoid driving or operating machinery. Alcohol should be avoided, and caution is needed when taking it in combination with certain diuretics or medications containing licorice as the risk of side effects may increase. Store this medicine in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. It is also recommended to keep it at room temperature, which should not be too cold or too hot, typically between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Urticaria
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • tightness in the chest
  • difficulty breathing
  • cold sweat
  • pallor
  • difficulty urinating
  • decreased urine output
  • swelling of the face and extremities
  • increased blood pressure
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  • headache
  • weakness
  • limb spasms
  • paralysis

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite

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

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. It is also best stored at room temperature that is not too cold or too hot, ideally between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Black, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

20 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 2), 100 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 10)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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