Cho-Dang Eunkyosan Capsules

Adult dose

For typical adults: 2 capsules three times a day, before meals or between meals.

Child dose

For ages 7 to 14 years: 1 capsule three times a day, before meals or between meals.

This medication should not be taken by infants under 5 years of age. This medication contains lactose; individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactose enzyme deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should avoid taking it. Patients with high blood pressure, heart or kidney conditions, edema, or those with weak constitution or weak stomach must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. People who have had allergic reactions from medications, such as skin rashes or itching, should also consult with a professional before taking. It is important for women who are pregnant, potentially pregnant, or elderly, and those currently taking other medications to consult with a professional before taking this drug. If experiencing unusual symptoms such as decreased urine output, swelling of the face or extremities, increased blood pressure, headache, muscle weakness, limb cramps, skin rashes, loss of appetite, nausea while taking this drug, immediately stop taking it and consult a professional. If symptoms do not improve after several days, stop taking and consult a professional. The prescribed dosage and administration must be strictly followed, and if long-term use is needed, consult a professional. When administering to children, supervision by a guardian is necessary. Caution is required when taken in conjunction with potassium-containing preparations, licorice-containing preparations, or specific diuretics, as it may lead to hypokalemia or muscle abnormalities. Care should be taken to avoid overlapping ingredients when taking other herbal remedies or natural medicines together. Store in a tightly closed container away from direct sunlight and in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children. Additionally, this drug must be stored in its original container; transferring to another container may degrade quality or risk misuse.

Serious side effects

Decreased urine output, swelling of the face and extremities (edema), heaviness of the eyelids, stiff hands, increased blood pressure, headache, weakness, limb cramps, paralysis

Mild side effects

• Rash
• flushing (redness)
• itching
• loss of appetite
• abdominal discomfort
• nausea

This drug should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and should be kept at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C (room temperature). Storing it this way helps maintain its effectiveness and prevents degradation.

Appearance

A hard capsule filled with brown powder, having an opaque upper part in reddish-orange and a translucent lower part in pale yellow.

Package unit

10 capsules/PTP, 20 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PTP x 2)], 500 capsules/bottle