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Mepid Extended-Release Tablet 150 mg (Levamisole)

Mepid Extended-Release Tablet 150 mg (Levamisole)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Rebamipide›150mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)팜젠사이언스
Appearance
White round extended-release tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202501328 · Approved 2025.05.28 · Insurance code 670105600

Summary

Main use
Treatment of acute and chronic gastritis exacerbation through improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults should take 1 tablet twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. This medicine should be swallowed whole, and should not be divided or chewed.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)팜젠사이언스

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of acute and chronic gastritis exacerbation through improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, etc.)

  • Gastric mucosal lesions: erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling; acute gastritis; acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis
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This medication is used to improve lesions such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and swelling of the gastric mucosa that occur during acute exacerbation of acute and chronic gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults should take 1 tablet twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. This medicine should be swallowed whole, and should not be divided or chewed.

Precautions

This medicine should not be given to patients who have had allergic reactions to its ingredients. While taking this medicine, gastrointestinal disturbances, infections, myalgia, and other adverse reactions may occur, but most are mild symptoms. Serious adverse reactions, such as hypersensitivity reactions like shock or anaphylaxis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, and liver dysfunction may occur rarely, so if any unusual symptoms appear, consult a doctor immediately. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits outweigh the risks, and nursing mothers are advised to avoid breastfeeding. The safety in children and adolescents has not been adequately confirmed, so it should be used with caution. Elderly patients may have decreased physiological function, so they should pay particular attention to adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal symptoms. This medicine should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to other containers is not advisable as it can affect quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • shock
  • anaphylactic-like symptoms
  • difficulty breathing
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • leukopenia
  • thrombocytopenia

Mild side effects

Gastrointestinal disorders (nausea, abdominal distension, upper abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion), infections and parasitic infections (nasopharyngitis, epididymitis, pharyngotonsillitis), musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders (myalgia, arthralgia), neurological disorders (dizziness, headache), skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders (dry skin, eczema, pruritus), mental disorders (depression, insomnia), respiratory system disorders (cough, oropharyngeal pain), blood system disorders (leukopenia),

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

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Do not store in overly hot or cold places, and avoid direct sunlight.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round extended-release tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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