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Byeonrak-EF Granules

OTC medication경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
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Manufacturer / importer
(유)한풍제약
Appearance
Brown granules
Packaging
Company packaging unit
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 200906586 · Notified 2009.08.28

This product's status changed to Expired on 2025.07.01. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Effectiveness in alleviating constipation, appetite loss, and abdominal distension
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
For adults aged 15 and above: take 1 packet (4.0g) once, 1-2 times a day before meals in the morning and evening. Typically, an adult takes 1 packet (4g) once, 1-2 times a day in the morning and evening, starting with the minimum amount and adjusting according to the stool condition.
Child dose
For ages 11 years and above to under 15 years: take 2/3 packet once, up to 2 times a day. For ages 7 years and above to under 11 years: take 1/2 packet once, up to 2 times a day. For ages 3 years and above to under 7 years: take 1/3 packet once.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(유)한풍제약

Efficacy & effects

Effectiveness in alleviating constipation, appetite loss, and abdominal distension

  • Constipation
  • appetite loss
  • abdominal distension
  • abnormal fermentation in the intestines
  • hemorrhoids
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This medication helps to improve constipation. It is also used to relieve symptoms such as appetite loss, abdominal distension, abnormal fermentation in the intestines, and hemorrhoids related to constipation.

How to take

Adult dose

For adults aged 15 and above: take 1 packet (4.0g) once, 1-2 times a day before meals in the morning and evening. Typically, an adult takes 1 packet (4g) once, 1-2 times a day in the morning and evening, starting with the minimum amount and adjusting according to the stool condition.

Child dose

For ages 11 years and above to under 15 years: take 2/3 packet once, up to 2 times a day. For ages 7 years and above to under 11 years: take 1/2 packet once, up to 2 times a day. For ages 3 years and above to under 7 years: take 1/3 packet once.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by patients with acute abdominal conditions or bowel obstruction, and children under 3 years of age. When taking this medication, it is advisable not to consume antacids or milk within 1 hour of taking it. Patients with severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, pregnant or potentially pregnant women, those taking other medications, individuals with allergies, or a history of rectal bleeding or bowel failure must consult a specialist before use. If skin rashes, redness, itching, severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, or cramps occur during use, discontinue and consult a specialist immediately. If constipation symptoms do not improve after 1 week, it is necessary to stop use and consult a doctor. Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and administration, and administer to children under adult supervision. Long-term use can lead to drug tolerance and worsening of constipation, so do not continue use for more than 1 week, and if constipation persists, the cause should be identified. Store this medication out of reach of children, avoiding direct sunlight, and in a cool, dry place in a closed container. Furthermore, it is important not to transfer the medication to another container for quality preservation and misuse prevention.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness and swelling
  • itching
  • severe abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • abdominal discomfort
  • cramps
  • no improvement in constipation

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and the storage temperature should be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius room temperature. Storing in this manner will safely maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown granules

Package unit

Company packaging unit

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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.