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Manufacturer's name : Torii Pharmaceutical Co.,Ltd |
620009101 |
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Revised: 02/2010 |
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Brand name : |
REMITCH CAPSULES 2.5 μg |
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Active ingredient: |
Nalfurafine hydrochloride |
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Dosage form: |
slightly pale yellow to pale yellow capsule (major axis: 9.7 mm, minor axis: 6.6 mm) |
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Printings on wrapping: |
レミッチカプセル2.5μg, TR11, REMITCH |
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Effects of this medicine
This medicine is selective κ opioid receptor agonists to suppress itch. It controls itch when other existing antihistamine or antiallergic drugs are ineffectual.
It is usually used for improvement of itch in hemodialysis when other existing treatment is insufficient. |
Before using this medicine, tell your doctor/pharmacist
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If you ever experienced any allergic reaction (itch, rash etc.) to any medicine.
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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If you are using any other prescription or nonprescription (OTC) medicine. (It is important to reduce the risk of drug interactions.)
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Dosage regimen (proper use of this medicine)
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Your dosage regimen is:(order of your doctor)
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General dosage regimen: For adults, take 1 capsule (2.5 μg of the active ingredient) at a time, once daily, after supper or before going to bed. The dosage may be increased according to the symptoms, however, the dosage is limited to 2 capsules (5 μg) once daily. Strictly follow the instructions of your doctor/pharmacist.
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Missed dose: If you are instructed to take the medicine after supper and remember that you missed a dose before going to bed on the same day, take a dose as soon as possible. In other cases, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take double doses to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose: If you took too much of the medicine (more than ordered), check with your doctor/pharmacist.
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Others: Do not stop taking the medicine without the instructions of your doctor.
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Precautions while using this medicine
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The medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Avoid driving a car or operating dangerous machinery after taking the medicine.
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Grapefruit juice may raise the plasma concentration and enhance the effect of the medicine. Never take the medicine with a glass of grapefruit juice.
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Side effects of this medicine
Common side effects are reported as below. If any of them occurs, check with your doctor/pharmacist: sleeplessness, constipation, drowsiness, etc.In rare cases, symptoms described below may be the sign of side effects indicated in brackets [ ]. If they occur, stop taking your medicine and check with your doctor immediately.
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generalized fatigability, loss of appetite, yellowness of the skin or conjunctiva[liver dysfunction, jaundice]
Other side effects not listed here may occur. Check with your doctor/pharmacist if you have any worrisome symptom. |
Storage and other information
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Keep the medicine out of the reach of children. Store it where the light is blocked, away from heat and moisture.
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Do not store the remainder and ask your pharmacist how to discard it.
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