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Yonggaksan Cool Granules

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Manufacturer / importer
(주)보령
Appearance
1) Yonggaksan Cool Granules (Peach Flavor): A red granule formulation with a unique aroma, sweetness, sourness, and refreshing sensation. 2) Yonggaksan Cool Granules (Mint Flavor): A green granule formulation with a unique aroma, sweetness, sourness, and refreshing sensation.
Packaging
10 packets per box, 12 packets per box, 18 packets per box, 50 packets per box
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200101057 · Notified 2001.11.07

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough, phlegm, and pharyngitis (sore throat, pain, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults and youths aged 15 and over: 1 packet once 3 to 6 times a day, without water. The dosage interval should be at least 2 hours.
Child dose
Ages 11 to under 15 years: 2/3 packet once Ages 7 to under 11 years: 1/2 packet once Ages 3 to under 7 years: 1/3 packet once Not for use in children under 3 years. 3 to 6 times a day, with water.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)보령

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough, phlegm, and pharyngitis (sore throat, pain, etc.)

  • Cough
  • phlegm
  • inflammation of the throat
  • hoarseness in the throat
  • pain
  • swelling
  • discomfort
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This medication is used to suppress cough and phlegm and relieve hoarseness, pain, swelling, and discomfort in the throat caused by pharyngitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults and youths aged 15 and over: 1 packet once 3 to 6 times a day, without water. The dosage interval should be at least 2 hours.

Child dose

Ages 11 to under 15 years: 2/3 packet once Ages 7 to under 11 years: 1/2 packet once Ages 3 to under 7 years: 1/3 packet once Not for use in children under 3 years. 3 to 6 times a day, with water.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. It should not be taken by anyone who has a history of allergy to this medication or its ingredients. Persons taking MAO inhibitors such as antidepressants or antipsychotics or who have stopped taking them for less than two weeks should not take this medication. Children under 3 years of age should not use this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should not take it. It is recommended to avoid taking this medication with other cough medicines, cold medications, antihistamines, sedatives, or alcohol during use. Individuals with a history of allergies or who have experienced allergic symptoms from medications in the past should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Patients with chronic diseases such as liver, kidney, thyroid disorders, or diabetes, as well as those with high fever or weakened constitution, should consult a professional before taking this medication. It is also advisable for individuals with heart disease, hypertension, or elderly individuals to consult their healthcare provider before use. Nursing mothers or patients currently receiving treatments should consult a professional before using this medication. If there is swelling or a specific type of cough, it is necessary to consult a doctor before taking this medication. Those allergic to the yellow dye No. 5 contained in this medication should take it with caution. If symptoms such as skin rash, itching, vomiting, or dizziness occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare provider. Long-term use may lead to decreased potassium levels in the blood or symptoms such as hypertension and swelling, so regular check-ups are important. If symptoms such as muscle weakness or cramping occur, stop taking the medication and inform a professional. If symptoms do not improve after taking it 5 to 6 times, discontinue use and consult a doctor. The prescribed dosage and administration must be strictly adhered to, and it should be administered to children under the supervision of a guardian. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication, and caution is needed when taking it in conjunction with certain diuretics or medications containing licorice. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, protected from direct sunlight and moisture, and kept in a cool, tightly sealed place. For quality maintenance, it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), hypertension, paralysis, hypokalemia (myopathy), edema, myopathy, symptoms due to aldosteronism (reduced urination, swelling of the face and hands, heaviness of the eyelids, hypertension)

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • weakness
  • limb cramps

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medicine should not be taken with other cough suppressants, cold medications, antihistamines, sedatives, or alcohol. Additionally, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is required when used in conjunction with potassium-containing preparations, licorice-containing preparations, glycyrrhizic acid or its salts, loop diuretics, or thiazide diuretics.

Food interactions

Alcohol should not be consumed while taking this medicine.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This helps to maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

1) Yonggaksan Cool Granules (Peach Flavor): A red granule formulation with a unique aroma, sweetness, sourness, and refreshing sensation. 2) Yonggaksan Cool Granules (Mint Flavor): A green granule formulation with a unique aroma, sweetness, sourness, and refreshing sensation.

Package unit

10 packets per box, 12 packets per box, 18 packets per box, 50 packets per box

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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.