Medication info

Medica Bangpung Tongseong Sanjeong (Bangpung Tongseong San Dry Extract (4.6→1))

OTC medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Bangpungtongsungsan Dried Extract (4.6→1)›237.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Medica Korea Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Yellow round film-coated tablet
Packaging
500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202108056 · Notified 2021.12.22

Summary

Main use
Relieves obesity, swelling, constipation, and symptoms associated with hypertension (e.g., palpitations)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
1-1, 1-2. Usually, adults take 2 tablets per dose 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 1-3. Usually, adults take 3 tablets per dose 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 1-4, 1-5. Usually, adults take 4 tablets per dose 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 2-1. Usually, adults take 1 sachet (one dose) 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 2-2. Usually, adults take 1.875 g twice daily before meals with water or warm water.
Child dose
Aged 7~14 years: Take 1.25 g per dose twice daily before meals with water or warm water. Do not take in children under 7 years of age.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Medica Korea Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relieves obesity, swelling, constipation, and symptoms associated with hypertension (e.g., palpitations)

  • Palpitations
  • shoulder stiffness
  • flushing
  • obesity
  • swelling
  • constipation
View approved original text

Symptoms such as palpitations, shoulder stiffness, facial flushing, obesity, swelling, and constipation may appear in cases related to hypertension. Particularly, individuals with abdominal subcutaneous fat and constipation may experience these symptoms. These symptoms may be related to overall blood circulation and metabolic issues, requiring proper management. These symptoms can be alleviated through treatment and lifestyle changes. Therefore, it is used for hypertension, obesity, swelling, and constipation.

How to take

Adult dose

1-1, 1-2. Usually, adults take 2 tablets per dose 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 1-3. Usually, adults take 3 tablets per dose 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 1-4, 1-5. Usually, adults take 4 tablets per dose 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 2-1. Usually, adults take 1 sachet (one dose) 3 times daily before meals or between meals. 2-2. Usually, adults take 1.875 g twice daily before meals with water or warm water.

Child dose

Aged 7~14 years: Take 1.25 g per dose twice daily before meals with water or warm water. Do not take in children under 7 years of age.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as the rhubarb component may cause uterine contractions, increasing the risk of miscarriage or preterm labor. Additionally, nursing mothers should not take this medication, as the components in rhubarb can be transmitted through breast milk and cause diarrhea in infants. It is also advised that those with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders avoid this medication due to the lactose included. During the use of this medication, it is not recommended to take other antidiarrheal medications simultaneously, as this may increase the risk of drug interactions or adverse effects. Patients with hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, edema, the elderly, or those taking other medications should consult a specialist before using this medication, as there is a possibility of interactions with existing conditions or medications. If diarrhea, gastrointestinal disturbances, skin rashes, insomnia, excessive sweating, urination issues, or liver function anomalies occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a specialist. Long-term use is not recommended, and if necessary, a specialist should be consulted. Long-term use may lead to drug tolerance or worsening constipation. The prescribed usage and dosage must be strictly followed, and when combined with other herbal medicines, care must be taken to avoid duplicative components. Particularly, caution should be exercised when taken with ephedra, ephedrine, licorice, diuretics, etc., as it may increase the risk of side effects. When storing, it should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and out of the reach of children. It is safe to keep it sealed in its original container.

Side effects

  • Diarrhea
  • loss of appetite
  • discomfort in the stomach
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
  • rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • insomnia
Show 18 more
  • excessive sweating
  • rapid heartbeat
  • frequent urination
  • palpitations
  • general weakness
  • mental agitation
  • urinary disorders
  • liver dysfunction
  • jaundice
  • hypokalemia
  • increased blood pressure
  • sodium fluid retention
  • edema
  • weight gain
  • weakness
  • limb cramps
  • paralysis
  • general lethargy

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. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help preserve the efficacy and safety of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

500 tablets/bottle

Same-ingredient medicines

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.

Questions about this medicine

No questions yet.

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Related searches

Search tags

Suggested searches

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.