Key information summary
Efficacy & effects
Tooth pain caused by stomach heat can mainly occur with a dry mouth and severe pain. In this case, the heat from the stomach rises to the area around the teeth, causing inflammation and pain; appropriate medication to reduce the heat in the stomach can alleviate tooth pain. Additionally, treating the inflammation in the mouth is also important. The treatment for tooth pain due to stomach heat focuses on improving the condition of the stomach to reduce pain. Therefore, it is used for the treatment of tooth pain due to stomach heat.
Dosage
The usual adult dose is 1 packet (single dose) taken three times a day before meals or between meals.
Precautions
This medication should not be taken by newborns, nursing mothers, pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant, as specific ingredients in this medication may increase the risk of miscarriage or preterm birth. Additionally, since it contains lactose, individuals with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medication. Patients with high blood pressure, heart or kidney diseases, those with swelling, and elderly individuals must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. It is also important for patients taking other medications, those with weak stomachs, or those experiencing loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting to consult professionals. If symptoms such as decreased urine output, swelling of the face and extremities, increased blood pressure, headaches, muscle weakness, or cramps occur during the use of this medication, it should be discontinued immediately and medical advice should be sought. Additionally, if gastrointestinal symptoms such as loss of appetite, stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea occur, or if symptoms do not improve, use should be stopped and a professional should be consulted. It is essential to avoid long-term use of this medication; if prolonged use is unavoidable, consultation with a medical professional is necessary. Dosage and frequency should be strictly followed, and caution is advised when taken with potassium-containing preparations or specific diuretics, as this may lead to hypokalemia or muscle disorders. When taking with other herbal medicines, care must be taken to avoid ingredient overlap, and it is best not to use for more than one week continually. When storing, avoid direct sunlight and keep in a cool, dry place. After use, it must be tightly sealed and kept out of reach of children. Furthermore, medications should not be stored in other containers; it is safest to keep them in the original container and securely closed.
Side effects
Decreased urine output, facial and limb swelling (edema), heaviness of the eyelids, increased blood pressure, headaches, hypokalemia, myopathy
