Endcol F Capsule

Adult dose

Adults (aged 15 years and above): 2 capsules per dose, taken three times a day after meals, 30 minutes after eating.

Child dose

Aged 11 to under 15 years: 4/3 capsule per dose; aged 8 to under 11 years: 1 capsule per dose, taken three times a day after meals, 30 minutes after eating.

This medicine can put strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. If serious skin rash or blisters, reddish symptoms appear while taking this medicine, it should be stopped immediately, and medical advice should be sought. As it contains acetaminophen, care should be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dose, and it should not be taken with other medications containing acetaminophen. Individuals allergic to this medicine or its components or who have had an asthma attack should not take it. Infants under three months should not take this medicine, and even for those over three months, children under two years must consult a doctor before taking it. People taking MAO inhibitors such as antidepressants or antipsychotics or who discontinued them in the last two weeks should avoid taking this medication. People with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should not take this medication. It is advisable not to take this medicine along with other cold medicine, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Especially for children suspected of having chickenpox or flu, individuals with allergies, liver or kidney disease, hypertension, or gastrointestinal disorders, prior consultation with a medical professional is essential. It is also important for pregnant or breastfeeding women to consult with a specialist before taking this medicine. If any unusual symptoms such as rash, itching, nausea, dizziness, difficulty breathing, or jaundice appear during use, it should be stopped immediately, and advice should be sought from a doctor or pharmacist. Strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and duration to avoid long-term use, and supervision is needed when children take this medication. Avoid alcohol during taking this medicine, and when taking medications that contain specific diuretics or licorice, muscle weakness or adverse effects may occur, so caution is needed. Additionally, when taking this medicine with certain antibiotics, metabolic acidosis may occur rarely, so care is necessary. Finally, this medicine should be stored in a cool, dry place out of reach of children, avoiding direct sunlight and kept in its original container.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → shock (anaphylaxis) symptoms.
• Severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain accompanied by high fever → mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis.
• Asthma attack.
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), generalized lethargy → liver dysfunction.
• Difficulty breathing accompanied by cough and fever → interstitial pneumonia.

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, dizziness, anxiety, shaking, insomnia, gastrointestinal issues (heartburn, discomfort in the stomach, stomach pain), rash/redness (erythema), itching, swelling

This medicine should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees. This storage method will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a brown powder filling, with the upper part reddish-brown and the lower part white

Package unit

Domestic use - 10 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP * 1)]