Levabidine Tablet (Levamisole)

Adult dose

For Rebamipide, 100 mg is taken orally three times a day. However, for gastric ulcers, it should be taken in the morning, evening, and before bedtime.

This drug should not be used in patients who have had allergic reactions to its components. Rarely, severe allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis may occur during treatment with this drug, so if symptoms appear, administration should be immediately stopped, and medical assistance should be sought. Also, it may cause a decrease in white blood cells or platelets, so blood status should be closely monitored. Since liver function may be affected, if there are abnormal results in liver function tests, the medication should be discontinued and appropriate treatment should be sought. If there are hypersensitivity reactions such as rash, urticaria, or itching, it is advisable to stop taking the medication. Nervous system symptoms such as dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal effects may include dry mouth, constipation, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, and abdominal pain. If liver enzyme levels are abnormally elevated or if fever and rash accompany it, medication should be stopped immediately. Regular blood tests are required as white blood cell or platelet levels may change. Other symptoms may include breast pain, gynecomastia, palpitations, fever, flushing, tongue paralysis, cough, shortness of breath, hair loss, menstrual irregularities, and edema. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of taking this medication, and if breastfeeding, it is advisable to avoid breastfeeding as the drug may pass into breast milk. The safety in children and newborns has not been adequately confirmed, so caution is needed for use. Elderly patients may have decreased bodily functions, so it is particularly important to be alert to adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal symptoms. This drug should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not recommended due to the risk of accidents and to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• maculopapular eczema
• paralysis
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• constipation
• abdominal bloating
• diarrhea

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in an opaque container that does not allow light to enter. Additionally, to maintain the drug's effectiveness, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle