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Emogen Tablets

Emogen Tablets

OTC medicationTablet
Ingredient · strength
Ephedrine Hydrochloride›15mg / 1 tabletAnhydrous Caffeine›45mg / 1 tabletAcetaminophen›200mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)인트로바이오파마
Appearance
Pale yellow oblong tablets
Packaging
60 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201908100 · Notified 2019.11.26

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold symptoms (sore throat, cough, etc.)
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
For individuals aged 15 years and older and adults: take 1 tablet, three times a day, 30 minutes after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)인트로바이오파마

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold symptoms (sore throat, cough, etc.)

  • Sore throat
  • cough
  • phlegm
  • chills
  • fever
  • headache
  • joint pain
  • muscle pain
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This medication helps relieve the main symptoms of a cold, such as sore throat, cough, phlegm, as well as uncomfortable symptoms like chills, fever, headache, joint pain, and muscle pain. It effectively reduces various symptoms experienced by patients due to the cold, supporting a comfortable daily life. Therefore, it is used for the relief of various cold symptoms.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

For individuals aged 15 years and older and adults: take 1 tablet, three times a day, 30 minutes after meals.

Precautions

This medication may cause liver damage in individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. If severe rashes, blisters, or itching appear on the skin during treatment with this medication, immediately discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional. Care should be taken not to exceed a total daily dosage of 4,000mg of acetaminophen, and this medication should not be taken with other products containing acetaminophen. Those with a history of allergic reactions to this medication or its components, individuals who have experienced asthma, infants under three months of age, and those taking certain antidepressants or psychiatric medications should refrain from using this medication. Patients with lactose intolerance or genetic metabolic disorders should not take this medication. While taking this medication, do not combine it with cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Children suspected to have chickenpox or influenza, patients with allergies, those with a history of drug allergies, individuals with liver, kidney, or heart diseases, elderly patients, and pregnant women should always consult a specialist before use. If symptoms such as rash, itching, vomiting, dizziness, or insomnia occur, or if severe allergic reactions, liver function abnormalities, or respiratory distress develop, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Children under two years of age should not take this medication unless absolutely necessary and upon assessment by a doctor. Strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and duration of use, avoid prolonged use, and refrain from consuming alcohol during treatment. The risk of side effects may increase when taken with certain medications, so if you are taking other medications, consult a healthcare professional. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, in a cool and dry environment, securely sealed. Additionally, it is important to avoid transferring this medication to another container to maintain quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
  • Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes → severe skin abnormal reaction
  • Asthma
  • Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver abnormality (jaundice)

Mild side effects

Rash, redness, itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, swelling, 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 with other products containing acetaminophen. Do not take this medication with MAO inhibitors (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, anti-Parkinson's disease medications, etc.). Individuals who have taken MAO inhibitors within two weeks should not take this medication. Do not combine this medication with oral medications containing cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air exposure, and it is safe to keep it at a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale yellow oblong tablets

Package unit

60 tablets/bottle

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Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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.

Questions about this medicine

  • QI recently stopped taking antidepressants.

    If you have stopped taking MAO inhibitors (such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, or anti-Parkinson medications), do not take this medication within 2 weeks. Please check with your prescribing physician or pharmacist to see if the medication you were taking falls into this category.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

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