Tokkophsan

Adult dose

For ages 15 and over, take 1 packet (1,200mg) three times a day after meals, 30 minutes post-meal, with an interval of 4 hours.

Child dose

For ages 11 to under 15 years, take 2/3 packet (800mg) three times a day after meals, 30 minutes post-meal. For ages 7 to under 11 years, take 1/2 packet (600mg) three times a day after meals.

This medication may put a strain on the liver, so those who regularly consume more than three drinks a day should consult a physician or pharmacist before use. Since it contains acetaminophen, there may be a rare risk of serious skin allergic reactions; if you notice skin rashes or hypersensitivity reactions, you should stop taking the medicine immediately. Care should be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dose of acetaminophen, which is 4,000mg, and not to take with other acetaminophen-containing products. Individuals with known allergies to this medication or its ingredients, those who have experienced asthma, infants under 3 months old, and those taking certain antidepressants or psychiatric medications should not use it. People with lactose intolerance or specific genetic problems should also avoid this medication. It is advisable not to take cough suppressants, other cold remedies, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines concurrently. Before use, children who have had or are suspected to have chickenpox or influenza, those with allergic constitution or a history of allergic reactions to medications, and individuals with liver, kidney, or heart diseases, elderly patients, and pregnant or nursing women should consult a healthcare professional. If any abnormal symptoms such as rashes, itching, vomiting, dizziness, or difficulty breathing occur after taking the medication, stop immediately and consult a healthcare provider. As a principle, it should not be used in children under 2 years old, and must only be used under medical advice in necessary cases. Always adhere to the prescribed dosage and duration of treatment, and avoid long-term use; alcohol consumption should be avoided during treatment. Drowsiness may occur, so it is safer to avoid driving or operating machinery. When taken with certain medications, metabolism may slow down, so caution is needed, and when taken with certain antibiotics, observe for any unusual symptoms carefully.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → shock (anaphylaxis)
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa → Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis
• Difficulty breathing or wheezing, asthma attacks, coughing + unusual respiratory symptoms → interstitial pneumonia and asthma
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), systemic effects

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• constipation
• swelling
• difficulty urinating
• thirst
• dizziness
• anxiety
• tremors

This medication can be sensitive to air and moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The ideal storage temperature is between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

A white to pale yellow granule with a lemon scent

Package unit

10 packets/box[(1,200mg/packet x 10)]