Shinhwa Maekmundong Tang X Granules

Adult dose

Generally, for adults, take 1 packet (3.0g) three times a day before meals or between meals.

This medicine contains lactose, so individuals with genetic disorders that prevent lactose breakdown should not take it. People with hypertension or elderly individuals, patients with heart or kidney problems must consult with a healthcare professional before taking this medicine. Additionally, individuals with edema, those taking other medications, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and children should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medicine. If you have a lot of phlegm and a watery cough, it is also advisable to consult a healthcare professional before taking this medicine. If you experience unusual symptoms such as swelling in the face or limbs, elevated blood pressure, or headaches while taking this medicine, you should stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. If you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness, cramps, or paralysis, you should stop taking this medicine and consult your healthcare provider. If you develop respiratory symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath, stop taking the medicine immediately and get examined at a hospital. If you experience liver dysfunction symptoms, skin rash, hives, loss of appetite, or gastrointestinal discomfort, you should also stop taking the medicine and consult a healthcare professional. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medicine for more than one month, stop taking it and consult a doctor, and it is recommended to consult after one week for a cough with persistent phlegm. Be cautious when taking medications that contain a high level of potassium or licorice components, as well as certain diuretics, as this may lead to muscle weakness or hypokalemia. When taking other herbal medicines, ensure that the components are not duplicated, and always follow the prescribed dosage and administration. It is generally recommended not to take this medicine for an extended period, and if it is necessary to do so, consult a professional. Store the medicine in a sealed container, avoiding direct sunlight and keeping it in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children. Removing the medicine from its original container and storing it in another container may lead to decreased quality or misuse, so it must be stored in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (swelling of the face and limbs, heaviness of the eyelids), elevated blood pressure, liver dysfunction (including jaundice, elevated AST, ALT, ALP, γ-GTP), interstitial pneumonia (fever, cough, shortness of breath, abnormal lung sounds), symptoms of hyperaldosteronism (decreased urine output, edema, weight gain), rash

Mild side effects

Loss of appetite, gastrointestinal discomfort, cough, fever, symptoms of myopathy (weakness, limb cramps, paralysis, etc.), headache

This medicine should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air or moisture, preferably in a temperature range of 1 degree to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medicine's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

Brown granules

Package unit

1 packet (3g/packet) - 3 grams/packet [1 packet (3g/packet)], 90 packets (3g/packet × 90) - 90 packets/box [90 packets (3g/packet × 90)], 500g/bottle - 500 grams/bottle [500g/bottle]