Jongkundang Joint Chondroitin Tablet

Adult dose

Adults aged 19 and over take 1 tablet once daily.

This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia (excessive calcium in the blood), sarcoidosis (a systemic inflammatory disease of unknown cause), or patients with kidney disease. Additionally, individuals with allergic reactions to any of the ingredients, infants under 12 months of age, patients with kidney stones, and individuals with severe renal failure should not use this medication. This medication contains lactose; therefore, it should not be administered to patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders. This medication should not be taken concurrently with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, antacids, or medications such as levodopa during treatment. Individuals receiving medical treatment, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, nursing individuals, premature infants, and children, as well as individuals with heart or circulatory diseases, poor kidney function, hypoproteinemia, those taking cardiac glycosides, or those with a history of kidney stones must consult a professional before taking this medication. Should any unusual symptoms arise during use, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal distension, constipation, low blood pressure, flushing, irregular heartbeats, skin rashes, itching, or swelling, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Furthermore, long-term high-dose intake of certain components of this medicine can lead to neurological or hematological abnormalities, so caution is advised. High-dose intake can cause peptic ulcers, blood sugar control disorders, hyperuricemia, liver damage, and excessive intake may lead to gastrointestinal symptoms and heart failure symptoms. Long-term use of this medication increases the risk of hypercalcemia and kidney stone disease, so caution is required, especially when taking specific diuretics, as potassium levels in the blood may rise. It is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines as this medication may discolor urine yellow, affecting some clinical test results. It is advisable to avoid teas containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea, during treatment. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, protected from direct sunlight, and kept in a cool, dry place in a sealed container. To prevent misuse and maintain the quality of the medication, do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, swelling (severe swelling), irregular heartbeat, ineffective contractions (cardiac arrest), central nervous system dysfunction, hypercalcemia, liver damage, hyperkalemia, hyperuricemia, congestive heart failure

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, loss of appetite, abdominal distension, constipation, low blood pressure, flushing, irregular heartbeat, skin rash, red spots, ineffective contractions (cardiac arrest), central nervous system dysfunction, erythema, eczema, rashes, papular eruptions, itching, swelling, edema and fluid retention (in patients with kidney failure or heart failure)

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken concurrently with aldosterone antagonists or triamterene. Concurrent use may lead to hyperkalemia.

Food interactions

Caution is required when taking this medication with teas containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea. It is advisable to avoid these teas during treatment or before and after taking the medication.

This medication must be stored in a sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Brown oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 45 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/bottle, 90 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/box [30 tablets/bottle*2], 90 tablets/box [45 tablets/bottle*2], 120 tablets/box [60 tablets/bottle*2], 30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PPT*3], 60 tablets/box [10 tablets/PPT*6], 90 tablets/box [10 tablets/PPT*9], 120 tablets/box [10 tablets/PPT*12]