**Product Overview**
Manufacturer: Kracie
Product Name: Kakkonto Extract Granules S Kracie 12 Packets
Drug Classification: Class 2 OTC Drug
Category: OTC Medicine
Pediatric Use Category: Suitable for both adults and children
Form: Powder, Granules, Dust
Contents: 12 packets
Product Description: For early symptoms of colds, pain relief, shoulder stiffness
**Expiration Date**
At the time of shipment, the product has at least one year remaining before expiration.
JAN Code: 4987045069277
Product Code: 076004021
**Initial and Revision Dates of the Package Insert, Version Number**
Initial Creation: July 2007
Revised: November 2011
Version: TS-03U
Please be sure to read this instruction leaflet before use.
Keep it in a safe place so you can refer to it when needed.
**Features**
- "Kakkonto" is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine listed in classical Chinese medical texts "Shang Han Lun" and "Jin Gui Yao Lue." It is effective for colds and shoulder stiffness.
- It is effective at the onset of a cold, especially when experiencing fever, chills, and inability to shake off cold sensations.
**Do Not Do**
(Doing so may worsen current symptoms or increase the risk of side effects or accidents.)
Do not take this product if you are:
- Infants under 3 months old.
**Consultation Before Use**
1. Before taking, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller if you are:
- Under medical treatment
- Pregnant or suspected to be pregnant
- Physically weak (decreased physical strength, frail)
- Have weak stomach or intestines
- Tend to sweat excessively
- Elderly
- Have previously experienced rash, redness, itching from medicines or other products
- Have symptoms such as swelling or difficulty urinating
- Diagnosed with high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, or thyroid dysfunction
2. If any of the following symptoms appear after taking the medicine, there may be side effects. Discontinue immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet:
[Related parts: Symptoms]
- Skin: Rash, redness, itching
- Digestive system: Nausea, loss of appetite, stomach discomfort
Rarely, severe symptoms may occur. In such cases, seek medical attention immediately.
[Name of symptoms: Symptoms]
- Pseudoaldosteronism, Myopathy: Weakness, numbness, stiffness, or rigidity in limbs, along with fatigue and muscle pain, which gradually worsen.
- Liver dysfunction: Fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of skin and whites of eyes), dark urine, general fatigue, loss of appetite.
3. If symptoms do not improve after about one month (or 5-6 times when used for initial cold symptoms, nasal cold, or headache), stop taking the medicine and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet.
4. For long-term use, consult a healthcare professional.
**Efficacy and Effects**
Effective for moderate or higher physical strength individuals for the following: early stages of colds (without sweating), nasal cold, rhinitis, headache, shoulder stiffness, muscle pain, hand or shoulder pain.
**Usage and Dosage**
Take the following amount three times daily before meals or between meals with water or warm water.
- Adults (15 years and older): 1 packet per dose, 3 times a day
- Children 7 to under 15 years: 2/3 packet per dose, 3 times a day
- Children 4 to under 7 years: 1/2 packet per dose, 3 times a day
- Children 2 to under 4 years: 1/3 packet per dose, 3 times a day
- Children under 2 years: 1/4 packet per dose, 3 times a day
(1) When giving to children, do so under the supervision of a guardian.
(2) For infants under 1 year, prioritize medical consultation; administer only if unavoidable.
**Ingredients and Amounts**
In 3 packets (each 1.5 g) of adult daily dose:
Kakkonto extract (3/4 amount): 3,900 mg
[Extracted from: Kudzu root 6 g, Ephedra 3 g, Taiso 3 g, Cinnamon 2.25 g, Peony 2.25 g, Licorice 1.5 g, Ginger 0.75 g]
Contains excipients such as hydroxypropyl cellulose, lactose, and polyethylene glycol.
Since this product uses natural herbal extracts, the color of the granules may vary slightly.
**Storage and Handling Precautions**
1. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
2. Keep out of reach of children.
3. Do not transfer to other containers (may cause misuse or change in quality).
4. Do not use products past the expiration date.
5. If reusing part of a packet, fold the opening to store it properly; do not use if more than 2 days have passed.
**Additional Information in the Package Insert**
[Health Advice]
- Rest your body: Get enough sleep and keep your body at rest to recover quickly from a cold. Eat a balanced diet to build strength.
- Be mindful of ventilation: Poor air quality can trigger coughing. Occasionally open windows to exchange air, even when heating. Watch for low humidity.
- Keep warm: When you have a cold, easily digestible foods like porridge or warm milk are suitable. Drinking ginger tea is also effective to warm the body.
**Contact Information**
If you have any concerns about this product, please contact the store where you purchased it or the following:
Kracie Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. Customer Service
3-20-20 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Phone: 03-5446-3334
Hours: 10:00–17:00 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
Website: www.kracie.co.jp
**Common Product (JAN Code)**
- 9 packets: 4987045069260
- 12 packets: 4987045069277
**Manufacturer**
Kracie
**Contents**
12 packets
**Suggested Retail Price**
1,980 yen (tax included)
**OTC Drug Classification**
Class 2 OTC drug
**Poison and Quasi-drug Category**
Not classified as poison or quasi-drug
**Pesticide/Animal Drug Category**
Not classified as pesticide or animal drug
**Dosage Form**
Granules
**Pediatric Use Category**
Suitable for both adults and children
**Product Category**
OTC medicine
**Disclaimer**
【Caution】
- The above product description excludes price information and is provided by the manufacturer or the Self-Medication Database Center.
- If you have questions or concerns about using this medicine, be sure to consult a doctor or pharmacist.
- We assume no responsibility for health damages caused by taking medicines purchased through this service.
**Self-Medication Tax Deduction**
This product qualifies for the self-medication tax deduction system.
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