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Season Cool-X Granules (Gwak Hyang Jeong Gi San)

OTC medication경구
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Manufacturer / importer
경방신약(주)
Appearance
Brownish granules
Packaging
500g/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200104081 · Notified 2001.01.05

Summary

Main use
Relief of summer colds, appetite loss, diarrhea, etc.
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Typically, an adult should take 1 packet (single dose) three times a day before meals or between meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
경방신약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of summer colds, appetite loss, diarrhea, etc.

  • Summer cold
  • appetite loss due to heat
  • diarrhea
  • general malaise
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This medication is used to improve seasonal ailments such as summer colds, appetite loss due to heat, diarrhea, and general malaise.

How to take

Adult dose

Typically, an adult should take 1 packet (single dose) three times a day before meals or between meals.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose and should not be taken by individuals who have a genetic inability to digest lactose. Patients with hypertension, or issues with the heart or kidneys, and those with edema should consult with a specialist before taking this medication. Individuals who have previously experienced skin rashes or itching due to medications should also seek advice before taking this. Women who are currently pregnant or may be pregnant, children, and the elderly should consult with a specialist before taking this medication. If you experience swelling of the face or limbs, increased blood pressure, or headaches during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. If muscle weakness, convulsions, or paralysis occurs, stop taking this medication and consult a physician. If a rash, redness, or itching appears on the skin, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. If your symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for about a month, consult a doctor or pharmacist. It is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage and duration, and prolonged use should be avoided. If prolonged use is necessary, consult a specialist. Caution is needed when taking this medication with potassium-rich drugs or certain diuretics, as muscle-related side effects may occur. When taking with other herbal medicines, be careful to avoid overlapping ingredients. Store this medication away from direct sunlight in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children. Do not transfer the medication to another container as this can lead to a decline in quality and misuse; keep it in its original container. Some ingredients may carry potential risks, but they will only be used when the therapeutic benefits are deemed greater.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Reduced urine output
  • swelling of face and limbs (edema)
  • heaviness of eyelids
  • increased blood pressure
  • headaches
  • hypokalemia
  • hyperaldosteronism
  • myopathy (muscle disease)

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness (hyperemia)
  • itching
  • weakness
  • limb cramps
  • paralysis

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, with a storage temperature ideally maintained between 1°C and 30°C. Therefore, it is important to avoid direct sunlight and not to store it in excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brownish granules

Package unit

500g/bottle

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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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