Exetamin Soft Capsules

Adult dose

1 capsule per dose for adults, taken once daily

This medication should be used with caution if taken by women in the first three months of pregnancy or those who may become pregnant, as administering more than 5,000 IU of vitamin A can pose a risk of congenital malformations. Individuals with allergies to the components of this medication, infants under 3 months of age, or those with allergies to soybean oil, beans, or peanuts should not take this medication. Levodopa should not be taken concurrently with this medication. Patients receiving treatment from a doctor, those with conditions such as hyperoxaluria, gout, kidney stones, hyperlipoproteinemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, pancreatitis, pregnant or lactating women, preterm infants, and infants must consult a specialist before use. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, skin itching, dryness, joint swelling, gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, rash, bleeding, or other abnormal signs occur while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately and a specialist consulted. Women taking estrogen-containing oral contraceptives or patients with a predisposition to thrombosis should be cautious, as there is an increased risk of thrombosis. Prolonged high-dose use may lead to tolerance and excessive intake of pyridoxine may result in neurological disorders. High doses can cause peptic ulcers, disturbances in blood sugar control, hyperuricemia, liver damage, and increased risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, so caution is warranted. The prescribed dosage and frequency must be strictly followed, and vitamin A supplementation should not exceed 5,000 IU per day. This medication may affect blood glucose measurement in urine tests and may change the urine color to yellow, potentially impacting clinical test results. In patients with lipid metabolism disorders, plasma lipid levels should be regularly monitored and doses adjusted if necessary. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept sealed in a cool place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Additionally, to prevent misuse and maintain quality, this medication should not be transferred to other containers.

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, itching, dry and rough skin, painful joint swelling, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, rash, redness, loose stools, menstruation may become earlier than expected or increase in volume, prolonged bleeding, interference with blood glucose detection, yellow discoloration of urine, changes in plasma lipid levels

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with levodopa.

Food interactions

This medication should be taken with caution if used with estrogen-containing oral contraceptives; consult a physician or pharmacist.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help safely preserve the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

Brownish-red soft capsule filled with a yellowish-brown content

Package unit

1 capsule/package, 1 capsule/package*500