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Benamin Soft Capsules

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구Approval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Benfotiamine›69.16mg / 1 capsulePyridoxine Hydrochloride›50mg / 1 capsuleCyanocobalamin›0.5mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)서흥
Appearance
Brownish-red oval soft capsules containing pink viscous contents
Packaging
60 capsules/PTP, 10 capsules/PTP
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202006572 · Notified 2020.09.23

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.06.23. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of symptoms such as physical fatigue and neuralgia and improvement of reduced physical strength
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Children over 8 years and adults: Take 1 capsule twice a day.
Child dose
Children over 8 years: Take 1 capsule twice a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)서흥

Efficacy & effects

Relief of symptoms such as physical fatigue and neuralgia and improvement of reduced physical strength

  • Physical fatigue
  • reduced physical strength
  • neuralgia
  • myalgia
  • arthralgia
  • angular cheilitis
  • cheilitis
  • stomatitis
  • glossitis
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • beriberi
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The vitamins B1 and B6 contained in this medicine are primarily supplied when there is physical fatigue, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and when physical strength is reduced due to illness or after illness. They also help relieve pain such as neuralgia, myalgia, and arthralgia, and assist in oral inflammation such as angular cheilitis, cheilitis, stomatitis, and glossitis, as well as skin diseases like eczema or dermatitis, beriberi, and relief of eye fatigue. Therefore, this medicine is effectively used to improve various fatigue symptoms and neurological and skin-related issues.

How to take

Adult dose

Children over 8 years and adults: Take 1 capsule twice a day.

Child dose

Children over 8 years: Take 1 capsule twice a day.

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by those who have had an allergic reaction or hypersensitivity to any of its components. It is advisable not to give this medicine to infants under 3 months of age, as it does not contain minerals. People allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts should also avoid taking this medicine. This medicine should not be taken in conjunction with the drug Levodopa. Infants under 1 year old, patients currently under a physician's care, and those with disorders in fat metabolism such as hyperlipidemia, diabetic dyslipidemia, or pancreatitis should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loose stools, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or abdominal bloating occur during the course of taking this medicine, the use should be stopped immediately and a specialist consulted. Also, caution is needed as prolonged intake of pyridoxine at doses above 500mg to 2g per day may cause neurological abnormalities. Taking more than 10 micrograms of vitamin B12 daily may lead to abnormalities in the blood, so caution is advised. If an overdose of this medicine occurs or symptoms do not improve after consistent use for about a month, consult a specialist immediately. Always follow the prescribed dosage and administration carefully, and when administering to children, ensure proper supervision by a guardian. Patients at risk of fat overload should regularly test their blood lipid levels and adjust the dosage of this medicine as necessary. When storing this medicine, keep it out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and store it in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Additionally, it is important not to transfer it to another container to maintain quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Nausea, vomiting, loose stools, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal bloating
  • Sensory neuropathy or neurological symptoms (functional impairment or pathological changes in the peripheral nervous system)
  • Hematological adverse reactions

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

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brownish-red oval soft capsules containing pink viscous contents

Package unit

60 capsules/PTP, 10 capsules/PTP

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