Medication info

KARITES Capsule

OTC medicationHard capsuleOralApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Green Tea Powder›250mg / 1 capsuleOrthosiphon Powder›150mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Ilhwa Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A hard capsule with a green upper part and a light green lower part containing green powder
Packaging
500 capsules/bottle, 180 capsules/bottle, 360 capsules/box [(180 capsules/bottle x 2EA)]
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 202301804 · Notified 2023.06.12

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2024.09.23. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of obesity and overweight through adjunctive weight loss
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 1 ∼ 2 capsules per dose 3 times daily during meals with a large glass of water.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Ilhwa Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of obesity and overweight through adjunctive weight loss

  • Obesity
  • overweight
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This medication is used as an aid to help individuals who are obese or overweight to lose weight.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 1 ∼ 2 capsules per dose 3 times daily during meals with a large glass of water.

Precautions

This medication is not recommended for pregnant women or women who may become pregnant. Although animal studies did not show teratogenic effects, safety during pregnancy has not been established. This medication contains a dye called Tartrazine, so individuals with allergies or previous hypersensitivity reactions to this ingredient should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. When taking this medication, it is essential to follow the prescribed dosage and administration. This medication contains caffeine extracted from green tea, which may lead to a positive doping test for athletes, so caution is advised. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of children, avoiding direct sunlight and storing in a dry place at temperatures below 30 degrees Celsius. Additionally, transferring the medication from its original container to another may cause risks of misuse and degradation in quality, so it must be kept in the original container with the lid tightly closed.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to light and air, and it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule with a green upper part and a light green lower part containing green powder

Package unit

500 capsules/bottle, 180 capsules/bottle, 360 capsules/box [(180 capsules/bottle x 2EA)]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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