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Hweramin Q Tablet

Hweramin Q Tablet

OTC medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Cimicifuga Rhizome Extract›Strength being verifiedSt. John's Wort 80% Methanol Dried Extract›84mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Pink round film-coated tablet
Packaging
10 tablets/PPT, 90 tablets/PPT, 120 tablets/PPT, 180 tablets/PPT, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200100048 · Notified 2001.02.23

Summary

Main use
Relief of menopausal symptoms (hot flashes and sweating), psychological symptoms (insomnia, anxiety, etc.), and premenstrual discomfort
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 1 tablet twice daily; if necessary, take 2 tablets twice daily. Take in the morning and evening with water, without chewing.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of menopausal symptoms (hot flashes and sweating), psychological symptoms (insomnia, anxiety, etc.), and premenstrual discomfort

  • Hot flashes
  • sweating
  • mental tension
  • irritability
  • lack of concentration
  • insomnia
  • anxiety
  • depression
  • pre-menstrual discomfort
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This medication helps relieve menopausal symptoms. It reduces physical symptoms such as hot flashes and sweating, and can also improve psychological discomfort such as mental tension, irritability, lack of concentration, insomnia, anxiety, or depression. Additionally, it is effective in alleviating discomfort that occurs before menstruation. It is used to manage these symptoms comprehensively to improve the quality of life during menopause.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 1 tablet twice daily; if necessary, take 2 tablets twice daily. Take in the morning and evening with water, without chewing.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals who are hypersensitive to this medication or its components. People with a history of photosensitivity reactions should also avoid taking this medication. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should refrain from using this medication due to insufficient experience. While taking this medication, it should not be used with certain antiviral agents, anticoagulants, antineoplastic agents, or immunosuppressants. Concurrent use of these medications can reduce therapeutic effectiveness or lead to serious side effects. During treatment, exposure to strong ultraviolet light for extended periods should be avoided. For example, prolonged sunbathing or using solar lamps or tanning beds should be avoided. Individuals with a history of liver disease or currently undergoing treatment must consult a doctor or pharmacist prior to taking this medication. If redness or itching of the skin, photosensitivity reactions, fatigue, anxiety, drowsiness, gastrointestinal disturbances, or symptoms of liver dysfunction occur during treatment, the medication should be discontinued immediately and a healthcare professional should be consulted. In case of overdose, phototoxic reactions may occur, so caution should be exercised to avoid sun exposure for 1 to 2 weeks after taking the medication. This medication can activate enzymes involved in drug metabolism in the liver, potentially affecting blood concentrations of other medications, so careful monitoring by a professional is required when combined with certain drugs. Dosage and administration guidelines must be strictly followed, and the medication should be kept out of reach of children. It should be stored in the original container, protected from direct sunlight and moisture, in a cool place.

Side effects

Allergic skin reactions (redness, itching), photosensitivity reactions, fatigue, anxiety, drowsiness, restlessness, gastrointestinal disturbances, hepatotoxic adverse reactions (fatigue, loss of appetite, jaundice, nausea, vomiting, severe upper abdominal pain, dark urine)

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees. Proper storage will maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/PPT, 90 tablets/PPT, 120 tablets/PPT, 180 tablets/PPT, 300 tablets/bottle

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