Ingredient

Corn Starch

Corn starch is an auxiliary ingredient that helps relieve cough and phlegm.

All medicines
2
Combination
2
Prescription medication
1
OTC medication
1

MFDS ingredient code M040450

What does it do?

Corn starch is a natural polysaccharide extracted from corn, primarily used in pharmaceuticals to adjust viscosity or enhance the stability of drugs. It is added to cough and phlegm relievers to aid the effectiveness of the medication.

Corn starch increases viscosity, helping the medication to remain longer in the throat and bronchi. This contributes to symptom relief by soothing cough and phlegm.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other starch-based ingredients, corn starch is derived from natural corn and is less likely to cause allergic reactions. It is also specialized in adjusting the viscosity of medications, making it commonly used in cough medicines.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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2 total

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

Ingredients used together with this ingredient in combination products.

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.