Obokhwan (Sawi-tang)

Adult dosage

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

This medication should not be taken by neonates, nursing mothers, pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant, as certain ingredients in this medication may increase the risk of premature birth. Additionally, individuals with lactose intolerance, genetic lactose enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medication. People with hypertension, heart, or kidney diseases should consult a specialist before taking this medication. Precautions are also necessary for individuals with edema or the elderly. Patients taking other medications or those with sensitive stomachs should absolutely consult a specialist. If symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting occur during use, caution is necessary as symptoms may worsen. If swelling of the face or limbs, increased blood pressure, headache, weakness, or muscle spasms appear, stop taking this medication immediately and consult a specialist. Symptoms of indigestion may also arise, so caution is advised. If symptoms do not improve, stop taking the medication and consult with healthcare professionals. It is a principle to not use this medication for long periods; however, if it is absolutely necessary to take it for an extended duration, a specialist should be consulted. Adherence to the prescribed dosage and administration is essential. Care should be taken when taking potassium-containing preparations or medications containing licorice, as well as certain diuretics, due to the risk of side effects. When taking other herbal or traditional medicines, be cautious of ingredient overlap and it is advisable not to continue taking for more than one week. During storage, keep out of direct sunlight and store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children. Furthermore, storing the medication in its original container tightly sealed will help maintain its quality and safety.

Serious side effects

Decreased urine output, swelling of the face and limbs, heaviness of the eyelids, stiffness of the hands, elevated blood pressure, headache, weakness, limb spasms, paralysis (symptoms related to hypokalemia and primary aldosteronism)

Mild side effects

• Loss of appetite
• discomfort in the stomach
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• and other symptoms may occur.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. The best storage temperature is at room temperature between 1 degree to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Brownish powder

Package unit

[Bag] 45 pouches (2.5g/pouch x 45ea), 90 pouches (45 pouches (2.5g/pouch x 45ea) x 2ea) [Stick] 10 pouches (2.5g/pouch x 10ea), 30 pouches (10 pouches (2.5g/pouch x 10ea) x 3ea), 90 pouches (30 pouches (10 pouches (2.5g/pouch x 10ea) x 3ea) x 3ea)