Musen Hwan

Adult dose

Typically, an adult is to take 1 packet (1.2 grams) three times a day after meals.

This medicine should not be taken by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as the ingredients may pose a risk of miscarriage or preterm labor. Individuals with hypertension or heart and kidney diseases should consult with a specialist before taking this medicine. Caution is also needed for those with edema or weak stomachs. If symptoms of loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting occur, consult a physician as the medicine may aggravate these symptoms. It is important for patients taking other medications, children, and the elderly to consult a professional before using this medicine. Particularly, the elderly may need dosage adjustments due to weakened bodily functions. If unusual symptoms such as swelling of the face or hands and feet, elevated blood pressure, or headaches appear during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a specialist. Also, if side effects such as muscle weakness, seizures, skin rashes, or digestive disturbances occur, discontinue use and inform a medical professional. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medicine for more than one month, it is advisable to stop taking it and consult a doctor. When taking this medicine, it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and caution should be taken as combining it with licorice or certain diuretics may increase the risk of side effects. When used with other herbal medicines, it is advisable to check for overlapping ingredients to ensure safety. This medicine should be stored away from direct sunlight in a cool place with low humidity, kept out of reach of children. Storing the medicine in a different container than the original may lead to misuse or degradation of quality, so it should always be stored in its original container.

Serious side effects

Decreased urine output, swelling of the face and hands/feet, heavy eyelids, elevated blood pressure, headaches, symptoms of hyperaldosteronism such as edema

Mild side effects

Loss of appetite, discomfort in the stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, redness (congestion and reddening), itching, weakness, limb cramps, symptoms related to hypokalemia such as paralysis

This medicine is sensitive to air and moisture and should be stored in a sealed container. It is important to maintain room temperature between 1°C and 30°C during storage.

Appearance

Brown granules

Package unit

100 packets/box [1.2 grams/packet x 100], 5,400 granules/bottle [120 milligrams/granule x 5,400]