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Myungbang Wuhwang Cheongsimwon Suspension

OTC medicationSuspension경구
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Manufacturer / importer
(주)다산제약
Appearance
A brown opaque suspension with a unique aromatic scent in a brown glass bottle
Packaging
50 mL / bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202400001 · Notified 2024.01.02

Summary

Main use
Improvement of stroke (general paralysis, speech impairment) and hypertension
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
For the pill form: 1 pill per dose, taken 1–2 times a day, either chewed or dissolved in warm water. For the liquid form (suspension): 1 bottle or 30 mL per dose, taken 1–2 times a day.
Child dose
For the pill form: 2/3 pill for ages 8–15 years, 1/2 pill for ages 5–7 years, 1/3 pill for ages 2–4 years, and 1/4 pill for under 1 year, to be chewed or dissolved in warm water 1–2 times a day. For the liquid form (suspension): 2/3 bottle for ages 8–15 years

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)다산제약

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of stroke (general paralysis, speech impairment) and hypertension

  • Stroke
  • general paralysis
  • limb paralysis
  • speech impairment
  • coma
  • mental confusion
  • facial nerve paralysis
  • hypertension
  • palpitations
  • mental anxiety
  • acute and chronic epilepsy
  • autonomic nerve dysfunction
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This medication may help improve symptoms such as general paralysis, limb paralysis, speech impairment, coma, mental confusion, and facial nerve paralysis caused by stroke. It is also used in the treatment of hypertension, palpitations, mental anxiety, acute and chronic epilepsy, autonomic nerve dysfunction, and lethargy.

How to take

Adult dose

For the pill form: 1 pill per dose, taken 1–2 times a day, either chewed or dissolved in warm water. For the liquid form (suspension): 1 bottle or 30 mL per dose, taken 1–2 times a day.

Child dose

For the pill form: 2/3 pill for ages 8–15 years, 1/2 pill for ages 5–7 years, 1/3 pill for ages 2–4 years, and 1/4 pill for under 1 year, to be chewed or dissolved in warm water 1–2 times a day. For the liquid form (suspension): 2/3 bottle for ages 8–15 years

Precautions

This medication should be taken under the guidance of a healthcare professional for the purpose of lowering blood pressure. Patients with hypertension or heart and kidney diseases must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. It is important for those with edema or weak stomachs to consult a professional before taking this medication. Elderly patients should be cautious and consider reducing the dosage due to possible decline in physical function. Patients undergoing treatment or taking other medications should consult a professional before using this medication. If symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting occur during treatment, caution is advised as these symptoms may worsen. If unusual symptoms such as swelling of the face or limbs, increased blood pressure, and headache occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Additionally, if symptoms like weakness, limb cramps, skin rashes, itching, or indigestion appear, discontinue and seek a doctor's advice. If symptoms do not improve after several days of taking the medication, stop and consult a professional. When taking for an extended period, it is safest to consult regularly with a doctor or pharmacist. It is crucial to adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and method of administration, and caution is necessary when taking this medication with potassium-containing preparations or specific diuretics due to the risk of muscle abnormalities. This medication may be effective for post-stroke motor disorders or facial paralysis symptoms, but its effectiveness for respiratory distress has not been proven. When combined with other herbal medicines, care should be taken to avoid overlapping ingredients. During storage, keep out of direct sunlight and in a cool, dry place out of reach of children. The medication should be stored in its original container sealed tightly, as transferring it to other containers may decrease quality or lead to misuse.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • swelling of the face and limbs
  • increased blood pressure
  • headache

Mild side effects

  • Loss of appetite
  • gastric discomfort
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • rash
  • itching

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

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it must be stored in a light-blocking, sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A brown opaque suspension with a unique aromatic scent in a brown glass bottle

Package unit

50 mL / bottle

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