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Hanpung Galgeun-tang Ex Wan

OTC medication경구Company closed
Ingredient · strength
Galgeuntang Soft Extract›1928mg / 3g
Manufacturer / importer
(유)한풍제약
Appearance
Brown granules
Packaging
Company packaging unit
Approval status
Company closed

MFDS item code 200701615 · Notified 2007.02.02

This product's status changed to Company closed on 2023.09.27. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold (nasal cold, headache) and muscle pain (shoulder stiffness, hand and shoulder pain)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Typically, adults should take 1 packet (single dose) three times a day before meals or between meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(유)한풍제약

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold (nasal cold, headache) and muscle pain (shoulder stiffness, hand and shoulder pain)

  • Cold
  • nasal cold
  • headache
  • shoulder stiffness
  • muscle pain
  • hand and shoulder pain
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Used for cold, nasal cold, headache, shoulder stiffness, muscle pain, and hand and shoulder pain.

How to take

Adult dose

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

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by infants under 1 year of age. Patients with hypertension, heart diseases, or kidney diseases should consult a professional before taking this medication. Patients with edema or urination disorders should also consult a professional before taking. Individuals with very weak stomachs may experience symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting; caution is needed. Patients who are weak due to post-illness or have very low physical strength may easily exhibit adverse reactions; caution is needed. It is important for people who sweat excessively, have hyperthyroidism, or diabetes to consult a professional before taking this medication. Anyone who has experienced a skin rash or itching due to medication in the past, is currently taking other medications, is pregnant, or may become pregnant should definitely consult a professional before taking this medication. Children and the elderly may require special caution as the safety of this medication has not been established for them, or their physiological function may be diminished. If symptoms such as facial and limb swelling, increased blood pressure, headache, muscle weakness, liver dysfunction, rashes, insomnia, excessive sweating, rapid heart rate, nausea, vomiting, or urination disorders occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. If symptoms do not improve over several days, discontinue use and contact a professional. This medication must be used according to the prescribed method and dosage, and if used long-term, consult a professional. When administering to children, supervision and guidance by a guardian is necessary. Caution is needed when taken in conjunction with Ma-Huang, Ephedrine, MAO inhibitors, thyroid preparations, catecholamines, and xanthine drugs due to the risk of side effects. Care is required when taking in combination with potassium-containing preparations or diuretics due to the risk of hypokalemia and myopathy. When taken with other herbal medicines, verify that there are no overlapping herbal ingredients. Store in a sealed container to be unaffected by air or humidity, keeping it in a cool place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children. Storing the medication outside its original container can lead to a risk of quality degradation or misuse; always keep it in the original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Reduced urine output, swelling of the face and limbs, heaviness of the eyelids, rigidity of the hands, increased blood pressure, headache, muscle disease (weakness, limb cramps, paralysis), liver dysfunction, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes, generalized lethargy), urination disorders

Mild side effects

  • Loss of appetite
  • discomfort in the stomach
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • insomnia
  • excessive sweating
  • rapid heartbeat
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  • frequent urination
  • palpitations
  • generalized weakness
  • mental excitement
  • deterioration of eczema or dermatitis

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid the effects of air or humidity. It is best to maintain the storage temperature at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown granules

Package unit

Company packaging unit

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