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Sintex Gyeonggisan Ex Granules

OTC medication경구
Ingredient · strength
Atractylodes Rhizome White›1g / 1 packetPinellia Tuber›1g / 1 packetPoria›1g / 1 packetMagnolia Bark›0.67g / 1 packetCitrus Unshiu Peel›0.67g / 1 packetPlatycodon Root›0.5g / 1 packetAngelica Dahurica Root›0.5g / 1 packetPerilla Leaf›0.33g / 1 packetAgastachis Herba›0.33g / 1 packetAreca Peel›0.33g / 1 packetJujube›0.67g / 1 packetGinger›0.33g / 1 packetLicorice›0.33g / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
한국신텍스제약(주)
Appearance
Reddish-brown granules
Packaging
500 grams / bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 198901472 · Notified 1989.04.10

Summary

Main use
Improvement of symptoms from summer colds and digestive issues (loss of appetite, diarrhea)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Typically, adults take 1 packet (single dose) (1 bottle) 3 times a day before meals or between meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한국신텍스제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of symptoms from summer colds and digestive issues (loss of appetite, diarrhea)

  • Summer cold
  • loss of appetite due to heat
  • diarrhea
  • general fatigue
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This medication is used for symptoms such as summer colds, loss of appetite due to heat, diarrhea, and general fatigue.

How to take

Adult dose

Typically, adults take 1 packet (single dose) (1 bottle) 3 times a day before meals or between meals.

Precautions

This medication contains lactose, so individuals with genetic conditions that affect lactose digestion should not take it. Patients with high blood pressure, heart or kidney issues, edema, and those who have previously experienced skin rashes or itching due to medications must consult a professional before taking this medication. Patients taking other medications or undergoing treatment, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, children, and elderly individuals should also discuss taking this medicine with a specialist beforehand. If symptoms such as reduced urination, swelling of the face and extremities, heaviness of the eyelids, stiffness of the hands, or elevated blood pressure occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. Moreover, if symptoms like muscle weakness, limb spasms, or paralysis appear, stop taking the medication and inform a professional. If there are skin rashes, redness, or itching, discontinue use and seek consultation. If symptoms do not improve within a month, it is advisable to stop taking this medication and consult a professional. It is essential to follow the prescribed dosage exactly, and it is generally advisable not to use it for prolonged periods. If long-term use is necessary, it must be discussed with a professional. Taking this medication alongside potassium-containing drugs or diuretics can result in side effects, so caution is required. When using other herbal medicines, care should be taken to avoid overlapping ingredients. This medication should be stored away from direct sunlight in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children. Do not transfer the medication from its original container to another, and always seal it tightly after use. Finally, while no reports indicate that some herbal ingredients in this medication may cause cancer, it should only be used when the therapeutic effect is deemed greater than the risk.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Decreased urination, swelling of the face and extremities (edema), increased blood pressure, hyperaldosteronism, hypokalemia, myopathy, paralysis

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness (hyperemia)
  • itching
  • weakness
  • limb spasms
  • headache

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in an airtight container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Reddish-brown granules

Package unit

500 grams / bottle

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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.