Ashiwonjeong (Bangpungtongsengsan Ex Tablet)

Adult dose

The usual adult dose is 2 tablets per dose, taken 3 times daily before meals or between meals.

This medication should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. The ingredients in this medication can cause uterine contractions or engorgement of pelvic organs, increasing the risk of miscarriage or premature birth. Additionally, it is advisable for nursing women to avoid taking this medication. The ingredients in this medication can be passed into breast milk, potentially causing diarrhea in infants. During the use of this medication, it is recommended not to take other antidiarrheal medications. The combination of two medications may lead to side effects. Patients with hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, or edema, as well as elderly patients, should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. It is also important to consult a professional if other medications are being taken or if there are symptoms of diarrhea or gastrointestinal disorders. If gastrointestinal symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or diarrhea occur during the use of this medication, or if skin rashes or itching develop, the medication should be stopped immediately and a healthcare professional consulted. Additionally, if symptoms like increased blood pressure, muscle weakness, generalized fatigue, insomnia, excessive sweating, rapid heartbeat, urinary disturbances, or liver function abnormalities occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Long-term use is not recommended, and if long-term use is unavoidable, it should be discussed with a professional. Particularly, stimulating laxatives can cause tolerance or worsen constipation, so it is advisable not to take them continuously for more than a week. The prescribed dosage and administration should be strictly followed, and caution is needed as the effects of the rhubarb component can vary among individuals. When taking this medication with other herbal preparations, caution should be exercised to avoid ingredient overlap, and care should be taken as side effects may occur when used in combination with Ma Huang, Ephedrine, thyroid agents, and certain diuretics. This medication should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and kept out of reach of children. Moreover, it should not be removed from its original container and transferred to another container, and the cap should be securely closed after use.

Diarrhea, loss of appetite, gastric discomfort, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, rash, redness, itching, insomnia, excessive sweating, rapid heartbeat, frequent urination, palpitations, generalized weakness, mental agitation, urination disorders, hyperaldosteronism (decreased urine volume, swelling of the face and extremities, heaviness of eyelids, stiffness of hands, increased blood pressure, headache), hypokalemia, weakness, limb cramps, paralysis, liver dysfunction, jaundice

This medication must be stored in an airtight container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, away from excessively hot or cold environments.

Appearance

Brownish-red oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 180 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 360 tablets/box [180 tablets/bottle x 2]