Medication info

Jang Tong Hwan

OTC medication경구
Ingredient · strength
Angelica Gigas Root›1g / 1 dosePeony Root›1g / 1 doseCnidium Rhizome›1g / 1 doseAtractylodes Rhizome White›1g / 1 doseGinseng›1g / 1 dosePoria›1.25g / 1 doseCinnamon Bark›1g / 1 doseHulled Millet›1g / 1 dose
Manufacturer / importer
경방신약(주)
Appearance
Brown granules
Packaging
5 packets (2.8g/packet x 5ea)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200104078 · Notified 2001.11.10

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms such as acute and chronic enteritis and diarrhea
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Generally, adults take 1 packet (one-time dosage) three times a day before meals or between meals.
Child dose
For ages 11-14, take 2/3 packet (2/3 of adult dosage) three times a day before meals or between meals. For ages 8-10, take 1/2 packet (1/2 of adult dosage) three times a day before meals or between meals. 7

Ingredients

Manufacturer
경방신약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastrointestinal symptoms such as acute and chronic enteritis and diarrhea

  • Acute and chronic enteritis
  • diarrhea
  • ulcerative colitis
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This medication is used for typical gastrointestinal disorders such as acute and chronic enteritis, diarrhea, and ulcerative colitis.

How to take

Adult dose

Generally, adults take 1 packet (one-time dosage) three times a day before meals or between meals.

Child dose

For ages 11-14, take 2/3 packet (2/3 of adult dosage) three times a day before meals or between meals. For ages 8-10, take 1/2 packet (1/2 of adult dosage) three times a day before meals or between meals. 7

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by infants and children under 7 years old. This medication contains lactose; therefore, patients with lactose intolerance or specific genetic digestive disorders should not take it. Elderly individuals may have reduced bodily function, so they should consult a professional before use and adjust the dosage if necessary. Patients currently on other medications or those with diarrhea accompanied by fever should also consult a professional before using this medication. Patients with blood in their stools or mucus stools, weal stomach, loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting symptoms should consult a professional before taking this medication. If allergic reactions such as rash, itching, or hives occur, or if gastrointestinal symptoms such as loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, nausea, and diarrhea worsen during treatment, the patient should immediately stop taking the medication and consult a professional. The prescribed methods and dosages must be followed, and adult supervision is required when administered to children. Care should be taken to avoid overlapping ingredients when taking this medication with other herbal medicines or raw herbal products. This medication acts as a symptomatic treatment and should only be used for 24 hours, with sufficient rehydration and electrolyte supplementation to prevent dehydration. If symptoms do not improve, a consultation with a professional is necessary. When storing, keep away from direct sunlight and store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children. Additionally, transferring the medication out of its original container into another container may risk quality degradation or misuse, so it must be stored in its original container and sealed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives

Mild side effects

  • Skin: rash, redness (hyperemia), itching, hives
  • Gastrointestinal: loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, nausea, diarrhea

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. Also, it is safest to store at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, not in excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown granules

Package unit

5 packets (2.8g/packet x 5ea)

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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.
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