Ingredient

Arctium Fruit

Ubangja is a natural medicinal ingredient used for inflammation relief and pain reduction.

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46

MFDS ingredient code M083712

What does it do?

Ubangja has traditionally been used as a plant-based ingredient to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain. It is primarily used to relieve cold symptoms and treat ENT diseases.

Ubangja helps to reduce swelling and pain by inhibiting the body's inflammatory response. It also has a role in lowering fever and alleviating throat discomfort.

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

Good to know

Unlike other antipyretic and analgesic ingredients, Ubangja is a natural plant-based ingredient that has fewer side effects. It has specialized effects for ENT diseases and is mainly included in related medications.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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

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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.

Questions about this ingredient

  • QCan I take a cold medicine along with a herbal medicine that contains sinep?

    Even if it is a natural ingredient, it is advisable to check for overlaps of similar acting ingredients when taking it with other cold medications. Since Xanthium strumarium is also described to have antipyretic and analgesic effects, please show the ingredient lists of both products to your pharmacist and ask if it is safe to take them together.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

  • QI noticed that there is the herb sinep in the medication for sore throat.

    Xanthium strumarium is a plant-based ingredient traditionally used to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain. It is mainly used for alleviating cold symptoms and ENT disorders, and is said to help reduce fever and throat discomfort.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

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.