Ilsung Levamisole Tablets

Adult dose

The dosage for levamisole is 100 mg taken orally three times a day. However, in the case of gastric ulcers, it should be taken in the morning, evening, and at bedtime.

This medication should not be used in patients who have had hypersensitivity reactions to its ingredients. During use, serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis may occur, so careful observation is necessary; if any unusual symptoms appear, stop taking the medication immediately and seek appropriate treatment. It is rare for white blood cell and platelet counts to decrease, so it is important to monitor blood condition. Liver function may be affected, so if liver enzyme levels rise or jaundice symptoms appear, discontinue the medication and consult a physician. Skin allergic reactions such as hives, rash, or itching may occur, so if these symptoms develop, discontinue the medication immediately. Neurological symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, or numbness may appear, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea may occur; if discomfort persists, consult a physician. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of using this medication, and if breastfeeding, should avoid it as the drug may be passed into breast milk. Safety for children or newborns has not been sufficiently established, so caution is required for use. Elderly patients may have weakened physical functions and should be especially careful about potential side effects such as gastrointestinal symptoms. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may pose a risk of accidents and negatively affect the quality of the drug.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), anaphylactic-like symptoms, shock
• Thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, liver dysfunction, jaundice
• Paralysis, difficulty breathing

Mild side effects

Itching, rash, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, altered taste, fever, facial flushing, numbness of the tongue, cough, hair loss, menstrual irregularities, galactorrhea, breast pain, gynecomastia, lactation, palpitations, sensation of a foreign body in the throat

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light and kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way ensures that the ingredients do not change and the effectiveness is well maintained.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle