OPILON Film-coated tablet Ref.[9717] Active ingredients:

Source: Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (GB)  Revision Year: 2017  Publisher: Kyowa Kirin Limited, Galabank Business Park, Galashiels, TD1 1QH, United Kingdom

Therapeutic indications

Moxisylyte is an alpha-adrenergic blocking agent. Opilon tablets are indicated in the short term control of the symptoms of primary Raynaud’s phenomenon.

Posology and method of administration

Oral administration.

Adults

Initially one tablet to be taken four times a day. This may be increased to two tablets four times a day if initial response is poor. For patients exposed to the cold during the daytime, one tablet should be administered every three hours during the period when symptoms are most likely to occur. In the event that a response is not evident within 2 weeks, the drug should be discontinued.

Elderly (over 65 years)

As for adults.

No clinical or pharmacokinetic data specific to this age group are available. Whilst at normal dosage no problems have been reported, caution nevertheless is advised when Opilon tablets are prescribed in the elderly.

Children

Opilon tablets are not indicated for use in children.

Overdose

In excessive overdosage a fall in blood pressure is the main symptom. The patient should be nursed in the supine position until the blood pressure has been restored to normal.

Shelf life

36 months.

Special precautions for storage

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

Nature and contents of container

Blister pack comprising white PVC and aluminium foil backing containing 112 tablets.

Special precautions for disposal and other handling

Not applicable.

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