Medication info

Hanpung Mahwang Ex Granules

OTC medication경구Company closed
Ingredient · strength
Ephedra Herb›3g / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
(유)한풍제약
Appearance
Brown granules.
Packaging
Company packaging unit
Approval status
Company closed

MFDS item code 198000032 · Notified 1980.04.11

This product's status changed to Company closed on 2023.09.27. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough and perspiration symptoms
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults should take 0.56-1.11 grams three times a day between meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(유)한풍제약

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough and perspiration symptoms

  • Cough
  • sweating
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This medication helps relieve cough and promotes perspiration. It is typically used for suppressing cough (antitussive) and enhancing sweating (diaphoretic).

How to take

Adult dose

Adults should take 0.56-1.11 grams three times a day between meals.

Precautions

This medicine contains lactose and should not be used by patients with certain genetic disorders that prevent lactose digestion. Patients with severe hypertension, heart diseases, severely impaired kidney function, urination problems, very weak stomach, symptoms of decreased appetite or nausea, vomiting, post-illness weakness or extreme fatigue, excessive sweating, excessively active thyroid function, and elderly or diabetic patients must consult a professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as insomnia, excessive sweating, rapid heart rate, frequent urination, palpitations, general weakness, or mental agitation, as well as digestive symptoms such as decreased appetite, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, and urinary symptoms like urination disorders occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. It is also important to consult a professional if using this medication for an extended period. Moreover, care should be taken when using this medication in conjunction with other drugs containing ephedra or ephedrine, certain thyroid medications, catecholamine agents, or xanthine medications, as this may lead to side effects such as insomnia, excessive sweating, or rapid heart rate, requiring careful adjustment of dosages. When storing, pay attention to temperature, sunlight, and humidity; keep out of reach of children. This medication should be stored tightly closed in its original container, as transferring it to another container may lead to misuse or degradation of quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

Autonomic nervous system symptoms (insomnia, excessive sweating, rapid pulse, frequent urination, palpitations, general weakness, mental agitation), gastrointestinal symptoms (decreased appetite, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting), urinary symptoms (urination disorders)

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should ideally be maintained at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown granules.

Package unit

Company packaging unit

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.