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Sokkoes Soft Capsule

Sokkoes Soft Capsule

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›200mg / 1 capsulePseudoephedrine Hydrochloride›15mg / 1 capsuleChlorpheniramine Maleate›1.25mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)에이프로젠바이오로직스
Appearance
Light green transparent oblong soft capsules containing a clear liquid that is light yellow to pale green.
Packaging
10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP*1)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201607230 · Notified 2016.12.22

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold symptoms (runny nose, nasal congestion, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Ages 15 and older: Take 2 capsules after meals three times a day, 30 minutes after eating.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)에이프로젠바이오로직스

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold symptoms (runny nose, nasal congestion, etc.)

  • Runny nose
  • nasal congestion
  • sneezing
  • sore throat
  • chills
  • fever
  • headache
  • joint pain
  • muscle pain
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This medication helps relieve various symptoms of a cold such as runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, sore throat, chills, fever, headache, joint pain, and muscle pain. It helps alleviate various discomforts associated with cold so you can feel more comfortable in your daily life. It supports the quick improvement of these symptoms, promoting recovery. It can be used with confidence for relief of cold symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Ages 15 and older: Take 2 capsules after meals three times a day, 30 minutes after eating.

Precautions

This medication can burden the liver, so anyone who regularly drinks more than three glasses of alcohol a day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. One of the components in this medication, acetaminophen, can rarely cause serious skin reactions, so if you notice a rash or other unusual symptoms, you should stop taking it immediately and consult an expert. The maximum daily dose of acetaminophen should not exceed 4,000 mg, and caution is needed as taking it with other medications containing the same ingredient may pose a risk of liver damage. Moreover, the pseudoephedrine component in this medication can rarely cause severe skin reactions, and if you develop fever, red spots on the skin, or small blisters, you should stop taking it immediately and consult an expert. This medication should be avoided by individuals with specific allergic conditions or a history of drug hypersensitivity, infants under 3 months of age, those taking certain antidepressants or antipsychotics, or individuals with severe hypertension or kidney disease. During treatment, you should not take cough medicine, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines that contain any of these components together. Particularly, individuals who are children, infants, have allergies, or have liver, kidney, or heart diseases should definitely consult a healthcare professional before use, and users who are pregnant or nursing should also exercise caution. Should any symptoms such as rash, itching, nausea, dizziness, or breathing difficulties occur after taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult medical personnel. You must strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and avoid long-term use, and avoid drinking alcohol while taking it. Since drowsiness may occur after taking this medication, it is advisable to refrain from driving or operating machinery. If combined with certain medications, the metabolic capacity of acetaminophen may be reduced, so please inform your healthcare provider of any other medications you are taking.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor (anaphylactic shock)
  • Severe rash, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes with high fever (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)
  • Fever, erythema, multiple small pustules associated with acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP)
  • Asthma attacks
  • Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy (liver dysfunction)

Mild side effects

Rash, redness (hyperemia), itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, dysuria, dry mouth, dizziness, anxiety, tremors, insomnia, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication together with other products containing acetaminophen, MAO inhibitors (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, anti-Parkinson drugs, etc.), cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. You should not take this medication within 2 weeks of stopping MAO inhibitors. Patients receiving barbiturate medications, tricyclic antidepressants, and alcohol should

Food interactions

Do not consume alcohol while taking this medication.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. A storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature is recommended.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light green transparent oblong soft capsules containing a clear liquid that is light yellow to pale green.

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP*1)

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Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.

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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.