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Gast Q Tablets (Banha Sasim Tang)

Gast Q Tablets (Banha Sasim Tang)

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
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Manufacturer / importer
(주)알피바이오
Appearance
Brown rectangular coated tablets
Packaging
10 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTPX1]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202102261 · Notified 2021.03.12

Summary

Main use
Improvement of gastric function and relief from symptoms such as indigestion and diarrhea
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Typically, adults take 2 tablets 3 times a day before or between meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)알피바이오

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of gastric function and relief from symptoms such as indigestion and diarrhea

  • Heaviness in the epigastrium
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • abdominal sounds
  • loose stools
  • diarrhea
  • acute and chronic gastric catarrh
  • fermented diarrhea
  • indigestion
  • gastric atony
  • neurogenic gastritis
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This medication is helpful for those with symptoms such as heaviness in the epigastrium, occasional nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal sounds, and loose stools or diarrhea. It is used for various gastrointestinal disorders including acute or chronic gastric catarrh, fermented diarrhea, indigestion, gastric atony, and neurogenic gastritis. It is also effective for alleviating discomfort from gastric weakness, hangover, heartburn, belching, stomatitis, and neurogenic symptoms. Overall, it helps improve digestive function and maintain gastric health.

How to take

Adult dose

Typically, adults take 2 tablets 3 times a day before or between meals.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by newborns, breastfeeding women, or women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should avoid taking it. Patients with hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, or edema must consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. Individuals who have previously experienced allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itching due to medications should exercise caution. Elderly individuals may experience decreased bodily function, so special attention is needed for dosage adjustment. If you are taking other medications or receiving treatment, you must consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. If you experience symptoms such as swelling in the face or hands and feet, or an increase in blood pressure during use, you should immediately stop taking the medication and consult a healthcare professional. If you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness, cramps, or paralysis, you should also stop taking the medication and seek professional diagnosis. If you develop allergy symptoms such as skin rashes, itching, or hives, or experience liver dysfunction, breathing difficulties, etc., you should stop taking the medication immediately. If symptoms do not improve even after taking the medication, it is recommended to consult a healthcare professional within one month. Long-term use is not recommended, and if long-term use is unavoidable, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional. You must strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and when administered to children, it should be supervised and guided by an adult. Caution is necessary when taking with potassium-containing preparations or certain diuretics as it may increase the risk of side effects. When taking with other traditional medicines, check for overlapping ingredients to prevent side effects. This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and should be kept in a cool place away from direct sunlight, out of reach of children. Additionally, medications should be stored in their original containers to prevent deterioration in quality or misuse.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, shortness of breath, breathing difficulties, jaundice, systemic lethargy, fever, cough, severe swelling, increased blood pressure, myopathy (weakness, limb cramps, paralysis)

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • headache
  • weakness
  • limb cramps
  • paralysis
  • decreased urination
  • swelling of the face and hands and feet
  • heavy eyelids
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  • stiffness of the hands
  • weight gain
  • heartburn
  • hangover
  • belching

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Brown rectangular coated tablets

Package unit

10 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTPX1]

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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.