Myosin Capsule (Baenongsan-geubtang)

Adult dose

Typically, adults take 2 capsules 3 times a day before or between meals.

This medication should not be taken by individuals with certain symptoms or conditions. For example, if you have symptoms such as redness, swelling, and pain along with systemic symptoms like headache, chills, or fever, you should not take this medication. Also, patients with unheated pustules or chronic boils should refrain from using it. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with a deficiency in lactase or genetic issues such as glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take it. It is also necessary to consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication in some cases. People with high blood pressure, heart or kidney diseases, or those experiencing swelling in their bodies should seek professional advice. Additionally, caution is needed for those taking other medications or undergoing treatment, elderly individuals, and pregnant women or those who may become pregnant. Those with a history of skin rash or itching caused by medications and children should consult a professional before use. Furthermore, individuals with an allergy to the dye tartrazine (Yellow No. 5) should take this medication with caution. If symptoms worsen or unusual reactions occur during use, you should stop taking the medication immediately and consult a professional. For example, symptoms such as decreased urine output, swelling in the face or extremities, or increased blood pressure may occur. If you experience muscle weakness, convulsions, or paralysis, you should discontinue use. Skin rashes, itching, or gastrointestinal discomfort should also prompt immediate consultation with a professional. Furthermore, if symptoms do not improve after 5 to 6 days of use, you should stop the medication and seek advice. This medication should not be taken for an extended period, and if long-term use is necessary, you should consult a professional. You must adhere to the prescribed method of administration and dosage, and be cautious as using certain diuretics or medications containing licorice may increase the risk of side effects. When taking other herbal medicines, be careful to avoid ingredient duplication. When storing this medication, keep it in a tightly sealed container away from direct sunlight, in a cool place with low humidity. After use, ensure it is securely closed. It should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, and if the medication is removed from its original container and placed in another, there is a risk of misuse or degradation of quality, so it must be stored in its original container.

Serious side effects

• Decreased urine output
• swelling of the face and extremities
• heaviness of the eyelids
• increased blood pressure
• headache
• hypokalemia
• hyperaldosteronism
• myopathy

Mild side effects

• Redness (hyperemia)
• swelling
• pain
• headache
• chills
• fever
• skin rash
• itching
• abdominal discomfort
• weakness

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

A capsule filled with a dark brown powder, lower and upper parts in dark brown color

Package unit

10 capsules/box [10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP×1ea)], 20 capsules/box [20 capsules (10 capsules/PTP×2ea)]