Kwangdong Tang A Liquid

Adult dose

Ages 15 and above - Adults: 1 bottle three times a day, 30 minutes after meals. If necessary, it can be taken at bedtime, with a principle dosage interval of 4 hours.

Child dose

Ages 11 to under 15: 2/3 bottle three times a day, 30 minutes after meals. Ages 7 to under 11: 1/2 bottle three times a day, 30 minutes after meals. Ages 3 and above.

This medication may pose a risk to the liver; therefore, individuals who regularly consume more than three drinks a day should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking it. The acetaminophen component can rarely cause severe skin allergic reactions, so if any unusual symptoms such as skin rash or itching occur, you should stop taking it immediately. The maximum daily dosage of acetaminophen should not exceed 4,000mg, and it should not be taken simultaneously with other acetaminophen-containing medications to prevent liver damage. This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, which is broken down into phenylalanine, and it should not be given to patients with the hereditary condition phenylketonuria. Individuals who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components, who have experienced asthma while using cold medications, infants under 3 months of age, and those taking MAO inhibitors or who have recently stopped taking them within the past two weeks should not use this medication. It is safe to avoid taking other cold medications, antipyretic analgesics, sedatives, and antihistamines while using this drug. Children suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, individuals with a history of allergic reactions to medications, those with liver, kidney, or heart disease, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those taking other medications should consult a healthcare professional prior to use. If unusual symptoms like rash, itching, vomiting, dizziness, swelling appear after taking this medication, stop use immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist. In particular, if severe allergic reactions, symptoms such as blisters on the skin and mucous membranes, asthma attacks, or respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever (interstitial pneumonia) occur, immediate professional treatment is needed. Children under 2 years old should generally not use this medication unless under specific circumstances, and it should be administered to children under adult supervision. Strictly adhere to the prescribed method and dosage when taking this medication; avoid prolonged use and refrain from alcohol consumption during treatment. Additionally, taking this medication with certain diuretics or preparations containing licorice may cause abnormal potassium levels or muscle issues, so caution is advised. Store this medication out of reach of children, in a cool place away from direct sunlight, and in a tightly closed container, avoiding transferring it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness (anaphylaxis symptoms), severe rashes with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), asthma attacks, respiratory difficulties with cough and fever (interstitial pneumonia), yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy (liver dysfunction), significantly reduced urine output.

Mild side effects

• Rash
• redness
• itching
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• constipation
• swelling
• dizziness
• metabolic acidosis

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretics and analgesics, sedatives, antihistamines, MAO inhibitors, barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol, potassium-containing preparations, loop diuretics, thiazide diuretics, diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroid medications, etc.

Food interactions

This medication may interact with preparations containing licorice or glycyrrhizin or its salts.

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a light-blocking container. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature of between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius when storing the medication to preserve its effectiveness.

Appearance

A light brown liquid with a peculiar medicinal herb scent

Package unit

1 bottle (100mL/bottle)