Levastin Tablet (Rabamipid)

Adult dose

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

This medication should not be used in patients who have had hypersensitivity reactions to its ingredients. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so patients with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. While taking this medication, serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis may rarely occur, and if symptoms arise, the medication should be stopped immediately and healthcare personnel should be notified. There may be a decrease in white blood cell or platelet counts, so blood status should be carefully monitored. Liver function abnormalities may occur, so liver function test results should be checked, and if abnormalities are found, medication should be discontinued. Skin reactions such as urticaria, rash, or itching may occur, and if these symptoms appear, medication should be stopped. Neurological symptoms such as dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as dry mouth, constipation, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, abdominal pain, belching, and taste abnormalities may occur. Women who are pregnant or could become pregnant should carefully assess the benefits and risks of using this medication, and nursing mothers are advised to avoid breastfeeding since the drug can be transmitted through breast milk. Safety for children or infants has not been fully established, so caution is advised. Elderly individuals may have reduced physical function, so particular attention should be paid to adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal symptoms. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container may pose risks of accidents or deterioration in quality, so it is advisable to maintain the original packaging.

Serious side effects

• Shock
• symptoms resembling anaphylaxis
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• urticaria
• difficulty breathing

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• drug-induced eczema
• numbness
• dizziness
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
• constipation
• abdominal bloating
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that does not allow light in, and it is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

White, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 600 tablets/bottle