Macgron Granules (Macteng Decoction)

Key information summary

Efficacy & effects

Used for persistent cough with phlegm, bronchitis, and bronchial asthma.

Dosage

For an average adult, take 1 packet (single dose) 3 times a day before meals or in between meals.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so individuals with genetic disorders that prevent the digestion of lactose should not take it. Patients with hypertension or problems related to the heart or kidneys must consult a specialist before taking this medication. Elderly individuals may need to adjust their dosage or take precautions due to decreased bodily functions. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should only take this medication after consulting with a specialist, as its safety is not assured. Children should be used with caution as the safety of this medication has not been sufficiently established. Patients with abundant, watery cough should also consult a specialist before use. If unusual symptoms such as swelling of the face or hands, or increased blood pressure occur while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. Symptoms of muscle weakness or paralysis may be caused by hypokalemia, so it is necessary to stop taking the medication and seek medical advice. Rarely, symptoms related to the lungs such as fever, cough, or difficulty breathing may appear; if they do, stop taking the medication and seek examination immediately. If symptoms of liver dysfunction, skin rashes, or dyspepsia appear, stop taking the medication and consult a specialist. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for more than a month, stop taking it and consult a doctor. The risk of side effects may increase if taken with other potassium-containing medications or diuretics, so caution is advised. When using with other herbal medicines, check for overlapping ingredients. You must follow the prescribed dosage and regimen, and it is important to consult a specialist if taking for a long time. When storing, avoid direct sunlight and keep in a cool, dry place out of reach of children. The medication should be stored in its original container and not transferred to another container for safety.

Side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), increased blood pressure, difficulty breathing, jaundice, skin rash, liver dysfunction, aldosteronism, myopathy, interstitial pneumonia

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