Kracie Kampo Kakkonto Extract Granules 45 Packets [Class 2 OTC Drug]

Product Information

●"Kakkonto" is a formula recorded in the Chinese medical texts "Shanghan Lun (Shokanron)" and "Jingui Yaolue (Kinki Yoryaku)," which are regarded as classics of Kampo medicine. It is effective for colds, stiff shoulders, etc.
●It is effective for symptoms at the early stage of a cold, such as when you have a fever, feel shivery, and the "chills" do not go away.
Deviating from the specified dosage and administration of a medicine can lead to serious harm to health. Always read the product instructions carefully before use and follow the dosage and administration. Even when a medicine is used correctly according to the dosage and administration, side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, stop use immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist.

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●Precautions for Use
■■Things You Must Not Do■■ (If not observed, current symptoms may worsen or side effects may become more likely to occur)

The following persons must not take this medicine: Infants under 3 months of age

■■Things To Consult On■■
1. The following persons should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk before taking this medicine.
(1) Persons receiving treatment from a doctor
(2) Persons who are pregnant or who think they may be pregnant
(3) Persons with a weak constitution (persons whose physical strength has declined, persons who are physically weak)
(4) Persons with weak stomachs and intestines
(5) Persons with a marked tendency to sweat
(6) Elderly persons
(7) Persons who have previously had rash/redness, itching, etc. caused by medicines, etc.
(8) Persons with the following symptoms
Swelling, difficulty urinating
(9) Persons who have received the following diagnoses: high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, thyroid dysfunction

2. If any of the following symptoms appear after taking this medicine, they may be side effects. Stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing this document with you.

[Relevant Area] [Symptoms] Skin: Rash/redness, itching; Digestive system: Nausea, loss of appetite, stomach discomfort

The following serious symptoms may occur rarely.
In such cases, see a doctor immediately.

[Symptom Name] Pseudoaldosteronism, myopathy [Symptoms] In addition to heaviness, numbness, a feeling of tightness, and stiffness in the hands and feet, weakness and muscle pain appear and gradually become stronger.

[Symptom Name] Liver dysfunction [Symptoms] Fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes), brown urine, general fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. appear.

3. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine for about 1 month (5 to 6 doses when taking it for the early stage of a cold, a nasal cold, or headache), stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing this document with you.

4. If you use this medicine continuously for a long period, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk.


●Indications
For the following symptoms in persons with moderate or higher physical strength: early stage of a cold (without sweating), nasal cold, rhinitis, headache, stiff shoulders, muscle pain, pain in the hands or shoulders


●Dosage and Administration
Take the following dose 3 times a day before meals or between meals with water or lukewarm water.
[Age] Adults (15 years and older)
[Single dose] 1 packet
[Times per day] 3 times

[Age] 7 years to under 15 years [Single dose] 2/3 packet [Times per day] 3 times

[Age] 4 years to under 7 years [Single dose] 1/2 packet [Times per day] 3 times

[Age] 2 years to under 4 years [Single dose] 1/3 packet [Times per day] 3 times

[Age] Under 2 years [Single dose] 1/4 packet [Times per day] 3 times

<Precautions related to dosage and administration>
(1) When giving this medicine to a child, do so under the guidance and supervision of a parent or guardian.
(2) For infants under 1 year of age, give priority to having them examined by a doctor, and give this medicine only when unavoidable.


●Ingredients and Amounts
The adult daily dose of 3 packets (1.0 g per packet) contains the following ingredients.
Kakkonto extract (1/2 amount) – 2,600 mg
[Extracted from 4 g of Pueraria Root; 2 g each of Ephedra Herb and Jujube; 1.5 g each of Cinnamon Bark and Peony Root; 1 g of Glycyrrhiza; and 0.5 g of Ginger.]

Contains the following additives: hydroxypropylcellulose, lactose, polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene glycol.

<Precautions related to ingredients> Because this medicine uses natural products (crude drugs), the color of the granules may vary slightly.


●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight.
(2) Store out of the reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to another container.
(This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Do not take the product after the expiration date.
(5) When taking the remainder of a divided packet, fold back the opening of the packet to store it, and do not take it after 2 days have passed.


[Other information]
[Health Advice]
●Rest your body
To recover from a cold quickly, get plenty of sleep and keep your body at rest. Also, to build up your strength, try to eat a nutritionally balanced diet.
●Pay attention to ventilation. Polluted air can also trigger coughing. Even while the heating is on, open the windows from time to time to let in fresh air. Also be careful of low humidity.
●Keep your body warm
When you have a cold, foods that are gentle on the stomach and intestines, such as rice porridge or warm milk, are suitable.
Drinking "ginger tea" is also one way to warm your body.


●Contact Information
If you notice anything about this medicine, please contact the store where you purchased it or the following.
Kracie Pharma, Ltd. Customer Consultation Desk
東京都港区海岸3-20-20(〒108-8080)
(03)5446-3334
10:00 to 17:00 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)

Distributor
Kracie Pharma, Ltd.
東京都港区海岸3-20-20(〒108-8080)

Manufacturer and Distributor
Kracie Pharmaceutical, Ltd.
東京都港区海岸3-20-20(〒108-8080)

Contact for the Relief System for Sufferers from Adverse Drug Reactions: Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) 0120-149-931