Medication info

Gestarentex Tablet (Mugwort 95% Ethanol Extract (20→1))

Prescription medicationTabletOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Artemisiae Argyi Folium 95% Ethanol Soft Extract (20→1)›90mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Medica Korea Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Green rectangular film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 201900226 · Approved 2019.01.17

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.07.01.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

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (e.g., erosions and bleeding) in gastritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 90mg per dose of 95% ethanol soft extract of Artemisia argyi orally twice daily after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Medica Korea Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions (e.g., erosions and bleeding) in gastritis

  • Erosion
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
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This medication is used to improve gastric mucosal lesions such as erosion, bleeding, redness, and swelling caused by acute and chronic gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 90mg per dose of 95% ethanol soft extract of Artemisia argyi orally twice daily after meals.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by those who are allergic to this drug or any of its components. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so those with a genetic condition that impairs lactose digestion should avoid it. Individuals with thrombosis or blood coagulation issues should exercise caution while using this medication. Patients with serious problems with major organs such as the liver, kidneys, heart, lungs, or blood should take it with caution. Those who have a history of drug allergies or allergic reactions should be particularly careful when using this medication. This medication contains dyes Yellow No. 4 and Yellow No. 5, and individuals allergic to these substances should consult before taking it. Taking this medication may occasionally result in digestive symptoms such as belching, abdominal bloating, indigestion, nausea, and vomiting. There may be cases of temporary elevation in liver function test values, so if unusual symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional. This medication has not been adequately studied in patients with peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, those taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or patients who have undergone gastric resection, so care should be taken in these populations. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than two weeks, it is recommended to stop taking it and consult a professional. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should only use this medication when absolutely necessary, as its safety has not been established. Nursing mothers should also consult a professional before taking this medication, as it is not known whether it can be transmitted through breast milk. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in newborns, children, and adolescents, so its use is not recommended in these age groups. Elderly individuals over 75 years old may experience more adverse reactions, so they should be closely monitored when using it.

Side effects

  • Belching
  • abdominal bloating
  • indigestion
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated AST
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • elevated ALP

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extremes in temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/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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