Ingredient

Tegoprazan

Tegoprazan is an ingredient used to treat peptic ulcers by inhibiting gastric acid secretion.

See medicines used for Digestion / Gastritis / Heartburn
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MFDS ingredient code M267790

What does it do?

Tegoprazan is a medication that regulates gastric acid secretion and is used in the treatment of peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease. This ingredient helps protect the gastric mucosa and aids in ulcer healing.

Tegoprazan works by acting on specific receptors in the gastric wall cells to reduce gastric acid secretion. This helps to decrease mucosal damage caused by gastric acid and promotes ulcer healing.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike traditional proton pump inhibitors, Tegoprazan acts as a potassium-competitive acid blocker, characterized by its rapid effect and stable gastric acid suppression.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.