Medication info

Yunbohwan (Yukmijihwang Decoction)

OTC medication경구Approval revoked
Ingredient · strength
Prepared Rehmannia Root›640mg / 1 doseDioscorea Rhizome›320mg / 1 doseCornus Fruit›320mg / 1 doseMoutan Root Bark›240mg / 1 dosePoria›240mg / 1 doseAlisma Rhizome›240mg / 1 dose
Manufacturer / importer
경방신약(주)
Appearance
Blackish-brown granules
Packaging
Four-sided pouch: 2.4g/pouch, 45 pouches (2.4g/pouch x 45ea), 90 pouches (45 pouches x 2ea) Stick pouch: 2.4g/pouch, 10 pouches (2.4g/pouch x 10ea), 30 pouches (10 pouches x 3ea), 90 pouches (30 pouches x 3ea)
Approval status
Approval revoked

MFDS item code 200005852 · Notified 2000.08.02

This product's status changed to Approval revoked on 2023.09.21. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of symptoms such as dysuria and edema
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Typically, adults take 1 pouch (single dose) 3 times a day before meals or between meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
경방신약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of symptoms such as dysuria and edema

  • Fatigue
  • decreased urinary output
  • polyuria
  • thirst
  • dysuria
  • frequent urination
  • edema
  • itching
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This medication is used for symptoms where fatigue is easily felt, urinary output decreases or conversely increases, and thirst accompanies. It also helps alleviate symptoms such as dysuria, frequent urination, edema, and skin itching. It is used to improve these various symptoms to enhance the patient's quality of life.

How to take

Adult dose

Typically, adults take 1 pouch (single dose) 3 times a day before meals or between meals.

Precautions

It is very important for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant not to take this medication. This is because the included Mudan Peel component may increase the risk of premature labor or miscarriage. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so people with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should avoid taking it. In such cases, the body may not properly digest or absorb lactose. People with weak stomachs or who are prone to diarrhea should definitely consult a professional before taking this medication, as it may cause symptoms such as gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Patients who are taking other medications or receiving treatment should also safely consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication due to possible drug interactions. Elderly individuals may have reduced bodily functions, so dosage adjustments or caution may be needed. In the case of children, the safety of this medication has not been sufficiently confirmed, so consult a professional as there is little usage experience. If symptoms such as appetite loss, gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a professional. Moreover, if symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for more than one month, it is advisable to stop taking it and receive a doctor's consultation. Always adhere to the prescribed usage and dosage, and when taking other traditional herbal medicines or natural remedies together, be careful to avoid ingredient duplication. This medication should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and after use, it must be tightly sealed. It is also very important to keep it in a safe place out of reach of children. Finally, storing this medication in a container different from its original can increase the risk of misuse and degrade quality, so it must be stored in its original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Symptoms such as appetite loss
  • gastrointestinal discomfort
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • and diarrhea may occur.

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering and is best kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Blackish-brown granules

Package unit

Four-sided pouch: 2.4g/pouch, 45 pouches (2.4g/pouch x 45ea), 90 pouches (45 pouches x 2ea) Stick pouch: 2.4g/pouch, 10 pouches (2.4g/pouch x 10ea), 30 pouches (10 pouches x 3ea), 90 pouches (30 pouches x 3ea)

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Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.

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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.