Drug classes

Digestive Aid

MFDS drug class 02330

This is a classification of drugs that help digestive function and alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort.

Commonly used for

What kind of medicines are these?

These medications are used when digestion is poor or when there is discomfort in the stomach. They help relieve symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, and loss of appetite.

Gastroprotective agents promote the digestive process by regulating gastric acid secretion or supplementing digestive enzymes. Some improve gastrointestinal motility to help food move smoothly.

Good to know

Unlike similar classifications of gastrointestinal medications, gastroprotective agents mainly focus on improving digestive function. Their mechanisms of action and purposes of use differ from proton pump inhibitors and antacids.

Medicines in this class

Even within the same class, dosage form and prescription status can differ.

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Drug classes are only attached to medicines covered by the MFDS pill identification data, so this list does not include every medicine.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.