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Hero Cool Powder

OTC medication경구
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›160mg / 1 packetRiboflavin›1.3mg / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
삼진제약(주)
Appearance
A powder with a mixture of white and yellow, flavored with strawberry and banana.
Packaging
10 packets/box
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202501583 · Notified 2025.06.26

Summary

Main use
Relief from pain (headaches, toothaches, etc.) and fever.
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Adults aged 15 years and older: take 3 packets at a time, up to 3 times a day. Dosing intervals should be at least 4 hours apart and on a full stomach.
Child dose
Children aged 11 to under 15 years: take 2 packets at a time, up to 3 times a day. Children aged 7 to under 11 years: take 1.5 packets at a time, up to 3 times a day. Children aged 3 to under 7 years.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
삼진제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief from pain (headaches, toothaches, etc.) and fever.

  • Headache
  • toothache
  • pain after tooth extraction
  • sore throat
  • ear pain
  • joint pain
  • neuralgia
  • low back pain
  • muscle pain
  • shoulder pain
  • contusion pain
  • fracture pain
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This medication alleviates various types of pain, such as headaches, toothaches, and sore throat, and is particularly effective for musculoskeletal pain like joint pain, neuralgia, low back pain, and muscle pain. It also helps reduce body temperature during fever or chills. It can be used for dysmenorrhea and pain following injuries, improving various discomforts commonly experienced in daily life. This medication is primarily used for pain relief and antipyresis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults aged 15 years and older: take 3 packets at a time, up to 3 times a day. Dosing intervals should be at least 4 hours apart and on a full stomach.

Child dose

Children aged 11 to under 15 years: take 2 packets at a time, up to 3 times a day. Children aged 7 to under 11 years: take 1.5 packets at a time, up to 3 times a day. Children aged 3 to under 7 years.

Precautions

This medication may burden the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks a day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. During the use of this medication, severe rashes or blisters may occur on the skin, so if such symptoms appear, it is important to stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. This product contains acetaminophen, so caution is needed to avoid exceeding the maximum daily dose, and it should not be taken with other acetaminophen-containing drugs. Those with allergies to this medication or its ingredients, or those who have had asthma triggered in the past, as well as infants under three months of age, should not take this medication. It is safer not to take it in combination with other analgesics, cold medications, or sedatives. Children who have had or are suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, individuals with an allergic constitution or a history of drug allergy symptoms, and those with diseases of the liver, kidneys, heart, the elderly, pregnant or nursing women, and people taking specific medications should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as rash, itching, nausea, dizziness, or swelling occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist. In particular, if severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, asthma attacks, or liver function abnormalities occur, seek medical assistance immediately. It is generally not recommended to use this medication in children under two years of age, and in cases where it is absolutely necessary, a doctor's consultation is required. Adhere strictly to the recommended dosage and administration, do not take it for long periods, and supervision by a guardian is necessary when administering to children. Avoid alcohol during use, and since caution is required when used in combination with specific medications, it is important to inform healthcare professionals about any medications currently being taken. This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or humidity exposure, and it should be kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain its effectiveness.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction.
  • High fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa → severe skin adverse reactions.
  • Asthma.
  • Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound lethargy → liver dysfunction (jaundice).

Mild side effects

Rash, redness (hyperemia, blushing), itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, dizziness, swelling (edema), high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or humidity, and it should be kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A powder with a mixture of white and yellow, flavored with strawberry and banana.

Package unit

10 packets/box

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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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