Ingredient

Gentian Root and Rhizome

Yongdam is an herbal ingredient used for improving digestion and liver function.

All medicines
35
Combination
35
OTC medication
35

MFDS ingredient code M040474

What does it do?

Yongdam is a plant-based ingredient mainly used in traditional herbal medicine, helping with digestive function and supporting liver health. This ingredient is utilized in alleviating gastric disorders and treating liver diseases.

Yongdam promotes the secretion of digestive juices in the stomach, facilitating smooth digestion. It also protects liver cell function and supports detoxification processes, contributing to maintaining liver health.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other digestive aids or liver disease treatments, Yongdam is a naturally derived plant-based ingredient that simultaneously improves both gastrointestinal and liver functions. Additionally, it has relatively few side effects and has been traditionally used widely.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

Ingredients used together with this ingredient in combination products.

Questions about this ingredient

  • QCan my father, who has liver issues, take medicine containing Gentian?

    Gentian is described as a component that protects liver cell function and supports the liver's detoxification processes, but it does not replace treatment for liver diseases. If you are being treated for liver diseases or are taking any medications, it is safest to consult your attending physician first.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

  • QHow does Gentian help with digestion?

    Gentian promotes the secretion of digestive juices in the stomach, facilitating smooth digestion of food. This action is why it is included in medications aimed at alleviating digestive discomfort or gastrointestinal disorders. The method of administration varies by product, so please check the product information.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

  • QWhat kind of medicinal ingredient is Gentian?

    Gentian is a plant-based ingredient used in traditional herbal medicine to aid digestive function and support liver health. It is utilized in medications for alleviating gastrointestinal disorders and treating liver diseases, acting on both stomach and liver function.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

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

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.