Cough suppressant and expectorant
Astofirin S is a cough suppressant and expectorant containing ingredients that widen constricted bronchi, suppress cough reflex, and control allergies.
Effective for "cough with wheezing" and "phlegm." Astofirin S is an easy-to-swallow sugar-coated tablet.
Indications and effects
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Cough and phlegm
Cough with wheezing (wheezing, whistling), cough, phlegm
Dosage and administration
Take the following amount with water or warm water after each meal.
| Age | Dose per intake | Dosage frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (15 years and older) | 1 tablet | 3 times a day |
| Children (under 15 years old) | Do not take | - |
Ingredients
Ingredients and functions
Contains the following ingredients in 3 tablets per day for adults.
| Ingredients | Content | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Diprophylline | 225 mg | Widens constricted bronchi, suppresses "cough with wheezing," and helps expel phlegm. |
| dl-Methylephedrine hydrochloride | 18.75mg | Widens constricted bronchi, suppresses "cough with wheezing," and helps expel phlegm. |
| Noscapine | 30 mg | Acts on the cough center in the medulla to suppress the occurrence of cough. |
| Diphenhydramine hydrochloride | 45 mg | Suppresses allergic "cough with wheezing." |
Additives
Talc, calcium carbonate, corn starch, hydroxypropyl cellulose, carnauba wax, titanium dioxide, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, shellac, silicon dioxide, white sugar, hypromellose, pullulan, povidone, macrogol, calcium hydrogen phosphate
Caution
Precautions for use
Things not to do
If not followed, current symptoms may worsen, and side effects or accidents may occur more easily.
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Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this product.
Other oral medicines containing cough suppressants and expectorants, cold medicines, sedatives, or antihistamines (such as oral medicines for rhinitis, motion sickness, or allergies)
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Do not drive vehicles or operate machinery after taking.
(Drowsiness and other symptoms may occur.)
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Breastfeeding women should not take this medicine or avoid breastfeeding when taking it.
Consultation points
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People listed below should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered sales clerk before taking.
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People receiving medical treatment
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Pregnant women or those who believe they may be pregnant
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Elderly
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People who have had allergic reactions to medicines
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People with the following symptoms
High fever, difficulty urinating -
People diagnosed with the following
Heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, thyroid dysfunction, epilepsy
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If the following symptoms appear after taking, they may be side effects. Stop taking immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered sales clerk with this leaflet.
Related areas Symptoms Skin Rash, redness, itching Digestive system Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite Nervous system Dizziness Circulatory system Palpitations Urinary system Difficulty urinating -
After taking, the following symptoms may appear. If these symptoms persist or worsen, stop taking and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered sales clerk with this leaflet.
Dry mouth, drowsiness
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If symptoms do not improve after 5 to 6 doses, stop taking and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered sales clerk with this instruction leaflet.
Storage and Handling Precautions
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Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Do not transfer to other containers. Also, do not put other medicines or substances into this container. (This may cause misuse or affect quality.)
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This product may break if dropped or subjected to impact, so handle with care.
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A desiccant is included inside the container. Do not ingest it.
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If moisture touches the tablets, part of the surface may dissolve, causing discoloration or spots, so do not touch with wet hands. Also, do not return wet tablets to the original container as it may affect other tablets.
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Do not use the product after the expiration date.
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Even within the expiration date, once the container cap is opened, use within 6 months for quality assurance. Write the opening date in the "Opening Date" section on the inner lid of the box.
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When closing the cap's top lid, press until you hear a click.
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When the number of tablets remaining is low, they may be difficult to dispense. Remove the main cap to take them out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pregnant women or those who believe they may be pregnant should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered sales clerk before taking this medicine.
● Features
Astophylin S is a cough suppressant and expectorant that contains ingredients to dilate constricted bronchi, suppress cough occurrence, and control allergies. It is effective for "cough accompanied by wheezing (wheezing, whistling)" and "phlegm."
Astophylin S is an easy-to-swallow sugar-coated tablet.
【Designated Class 2 OTC Drug】
●Efficacy/Effects
Cough accompanied by wheezing (wheezing, whistling), cough, phlegm
＜Precautions related to Efficacy/Effects＞
●Dosage and Administration
Take the following amount with water or hot water after each meal.
[Age: Single dose: Number of doses per day]
Adults (15 years and older): 1 tablet: 3 times a day
Children (under 15 years): Do not take
＜Precautions related to Dosage and Administration＞
●Ingredients/Quantity
Per 3 tablets
Diprophylline 225mg
dl-Methylephedrine hydrochloride 18.75mg
Noscapine 30mg
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 45mg
〔Additives〕
Talc, calcium carbonate, corn starch, hydroxypropyl cellulose, carnauba wax, titanium oxide, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, shellac, silicon dioxide, white sugar, hypromellose (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), pullulan, povidone, macrogol, calcium hydrogen phosphate
＜Precautions related to Ingredients/Quantity＞
●Dosage Form
Sugar-coated tablet (oral - tablet)
●Precautions for Use
■Do not do (Contraindications)
[If not followed, current symptoms may worsen or side effects/accidents may occur more easily]
1. Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this drug:
Other cough suppressants and expectorants, cold medicines, sedatives, oral medicines containing antihistamines (oral medicines for rhinitis, motion sickness medicines, allergy medicines, etc.)
2. Do not drive vehicles or operate machinery after taking this medicine.
(Drowsiness, etc. may occur.)
3. Nursing mothers should either not take this medicine or avoid breastfeeding if taking this medicine.
■Consult
1. The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking this medicine:
(1) Those receiving medical treatment from a doctor
(2) Pregnant women or those who may be pregnant
(3) Elderly people
(4) Those who have had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.
(5) Those with the following symptoms:
High fever, difficulty urinating
(6) Those diagnosed with:
Heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, thyroid dysfunction, epilepsy
2. If the following symptoms appear after taking this medicine, they may be side effects. Stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet.
［Affected area: Symptoms］
Skin: rash, redness, itching
Digestive system: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
Nervous system: dizziness
Circulatory system: palpitations
Urinary system: difficulty urinating
3. The following symptoms may appear after taking this medicine. If these symptoms persist or worsen, stop taking the medicine and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet:
Dry mouth, drowsiness
4. If symptoms do not improve after taking 5 to 6 doses, stop taking the medicine and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet.
●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to another container. Also, do not put other medicines, etc. into this container. (This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Handle with care as this medicine may break if dropped or subjected to impact.
(5) There is a desiccant inside the container. Do not take it.
(6) If moisture touches the tablets, part of the surface may dissolve, causing discoloration or spots. Do not touch with wet hands. Also, do not return wet tablets to the original container as it may affect other tablets.
(7) Do not use products past the expiration date.
(8) Even within the expiration date, once the container cap is opened, use within 6 months for quality assurance. Write the opening date in the "Opening Date" section on the inner lid of the box.
(9) When closing the cap lid, press until you hear a click.
(10) When the number of tablets remaining is low, they may be hard to take out. Remove the cap body to take them out.