Medication info

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

Prescription medicationTabletOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Artemisiae Argyi Folium 95% Ethanol Soft Extract (20→1)›60mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
The U Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Green oval film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202004076 · Notified 2020.05.29

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.06.30. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis; prevention of NSAID-induced gastritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 60 mg per dose, 3 times daily by oral administration, as a 95% ethanol soft extract of mugwort leaves.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
The U Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric mucosal lesions in acute and chronic gastritis; prevention of NSAID-induced gastritis

  • Gastric mucosal lesions
  • erosions
  • bleeding
  • redness
  • swelling
  • acute gastritis
  • chronic gastritis
  • gastritis
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This medication is used to improve symptoms such as erosions, bleeding, redness, and swelling of the gastric mucosa caused by acute or chronic gastritis. It also has the effect of preventing gastritis that may occur due to the intake of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). In other words, it helps protect the gastric mucosal damage and alleviates inflammatory symptoms, thus supporting gastric health. It is used to improve the health of the gastric mucosa and prevent gastritis.

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 60 mg per dose, 3 times daily by oral administration, as a 95% ethanol soft extract of mugwort leaves.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so it should not be used in patients with genetic disorders that prevent the digestion of lactose. Patients with thrombosis or blood clotting issues, those with impaired function of major organs such as the liver, kidneys, heart, or lungs should use this medication with caution. Patients with a history of drug allergies or who have experienced symptoms such as skin rashes or itching should be careful. This medication contains the pigment Yellow No. 4, therefore individuals allergic to this component should be cautious as well. Taking this medication may lead to gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, decreased appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, heartburn, and abdominal pain. Neurological symptoms such as dizziness or headaches, skin rashes or itching, and liver function abnormalities may rarely occur. When taken with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, symptoms such as abdominal bloating, indigestion, insomnia, and difficulty urinating may occur, so caution is necessary. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should use this medication carefully after consulting a doctor, as its safety has not been established. In breastfeeding cases, it is also not known if this medication is passed into breast milk, so it should be administered under the judgment of a physician. This medication has a maximum usage period of 2 weeks, and if symptoms do not improve, it should be discontinued and a specialist consulted. Keep out of reach of children and store in a cool place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Transferring to another container may result in quality degradation or accidents, so caution is needed.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • loss of appetite
  • diarrhea
  • vomiting
  • heartburn
  • upper abdominal pain
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • rash
  • itching
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  • elevated ALT
  • palpitations
  • abdominal bloating
  • lower abdominal pain
  • constipation
  • indigestion
  • belching
  • increased gastrointestinal motility
  • gastroesophageal reflux
  • hunger
  • increased serum bilirubin
  • increased appetite
  • insomnia
  • dysuria
  • nasopharyngitis
  • increased serum LDH
  • facial edema
  • upper abdominal pain

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain its effectiveness for an extended period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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