Summary
- Main use
- Relief of cough and phlegm
- Who takes it
- Adults · Children
- Adult dose
- Ages 15 and above: 1.2g (1 packet) Typically taken 3-4 times a day.
- Child dose
- Ages 11 to under 15: 0.8g (2/3 packet) Ages 8 to under 11: 0.6g (1/2 packet) Ages 5 to under 8: 0.4g (1/3 packet) Ages
Ingredients
- Glycyrrhiza Powder187.5mg / 1 packet
- Platycodon Root Powder50mg / 1 packet
- Noscapine10mg / 1 packet
- Senega Powder37.5mg / 1 packet
- Gambir Powder50mg / 1 packet
- Ginseng Powder75mg / 1 packet
- Apricot Kernel100mg / 1 packet
- Manufacturer
- 일양약품(주)
Efficacy & effects
Relief of cough and phlegm
- Cough
- phlegm
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This medicine is used for respiratory symptoms such as cough and phlegm.
How to take
Adult dose
Ages 15 and above: 1.2g (1 packet) Typically taken 3-4 times a day.
Child dose
Ages 11 to under 15: 0.8g (2/3 packet) Ages 8 to under 11: 0.6g (1/2 packet) Ages 5 to under 8: 0.4g (1/3 packet) Ages
Precautions
This medicine should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. It is safe not to use this medicine in infants under 3 months old. People who are allergic to this medicine or its ingredients, or have experienced hypersensitivity reactions, should not take it. Patients currently taking MAO inhibitors such as antidepressants or antipsychotics, or who have stopped taking them within the past 2 weeks, should not take this medicine. Patients with genetic problems that do not allow for the breakdown of lactose should avoid this product. While taking this medicine, it is recommended not to combine it with other cough medicines, cold medicines, antihistamines, or sedatives. Individuals with allergic constitutions or those who have previously experienced allergic symptoms from medication should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking it. Patients with liver, kidney, heart, thyroid diseases, diabetes, hypertension, or elderly and frail individuals should also consult with a professional before taking this medicine. Pregnant or lactating women must consult with a professional before use. Smokers or individuals with respiratory diseases such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema should also exercise caution. If symptoms such as rash, itching, vomiting, or dizziness occur while taking this medicine, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. If symptoms such as swelling of the face or hands, increased blood pressure, muscle weakness, or seizures occur, discontinue use immediately. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medicine 5-6 times, stop taking it and consult a professional. Children under 2 years old should only take it under the direction of a physician in special cases. Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and administration, and ensure that children take it under parental supervision. Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine, and be cautious of potential side effects when taking it with certain diuretics or licorice-containing ingredients. This medicine should be stored out of reach of children, kept away from direct sunlight, and stored in a cool, dry place. For quality maintenance, it is safe not to transfer it to another container.
Side effects and when to seek care immediately
Serious side effects
Hives, severe swelling (swelling of the face and hands, heaviness of eyelids), elevated blood pressure, headache (including severe headaches), paralysis, decreased urine output
Mild side effects
- Rash
- redness (congestion causing redness)
- itching
- nausea
- vomiting
- loss of appetite
- dizziness
- headache
- weakness
- limb spasms
Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.
Interactions
Drug interactions
This medicine should not be taken with MAO inhibitors (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, Parkinson's disease medications, etc.), other cough expectorants, cold medications, antihistamines, sedatives, or alcohol. It should also not be taken with loop diuretics (furosemide, ethacrynic acid) or thiazide diuretics (trichlormethiazide).
Food interactions
This medicine should not be taken with potassium-containing substances, licorice-containing products, or those containing glycyrrhizin or its salts.
Storage
This medicine should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, ideally at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the medicine.
Appearance and packaging
Appearance
Light brown granular powder with a distinctive fragrance
Package unit
10 packets/box [1.2g/packet×10], 30 packets/box [[1.2g/packet*10 packets]*3EA]
Questions about this medicine
QCan it be taken together with other medications that contain licorice?
The instructions state to avoid taking this medication concurrently with licorice-containing preparations, glycyrrhizin-containing preparations, potassium-containing preparations, and some diuretics. If you are taking herbal medicine or other herbal preparations, please confirm with a pharmacist that there are no overlapping ingredients.
Answers 1 · 2026.09.14
For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.