Class 2 OTC DrugKampo formulationFull-dose formulation
Shin-Rohto Bofutsushosan Tablets ZII
For people concerned about abdominal subcutaneous fat and constipation. Full-dose Bofutsushosan formulation
✦ Full-dose Bofutsushosan extract formulation✦ 18 types of crude drugs✦ Tablet type
For people like these and at times like these
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For people concerned about subcutaneous abdominal fat around the abdomen
Used for obesity in people with good physical strength who feel they are prone to accumulating substantial subcutaneous abdominal fat.
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For people prone to constipation and abdominal bloating
Intended to relieve the various officially indicated symptoms in people with constipation.
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For people concerned about hot flashes, stiff shoulders, or swelling
For people concerned about palpitations, stiff shoulders, hot flashes, and swelling associated with high blood pressure or obesity.
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For people concerned about pimples or eczema
This formulation also addresses skin symptoms included among its indications, such as pimples (acne), eczema, and dermatitis.
Product Overview
Shin-Rohto Bofutsushosan Tablets ZII is a Kampo medicine used for obesity in people with good physical strength, substantial subcutaneous abdominal fat, and a tendency toward constipation, as well as various symptoms associated with high blood pressure and obesity. It is a full-dose formulation containing Bofutsushosan extract as its active ingredient, presenting the traditional formulation made from 18 crude drugs in easy-to-take Tablets. It is a Class 2 OTC Drug suitable for self-care for people concerned about abdominal fat or bowel movements due to irregular eating habits, lack of exercise, and similar factors.
Product Features
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Full-dose Bofutsushosan extract formulation
Full-dose formulation
This is a full-dose formulation containing 5,000 mg of Bofutsushosan extract per daily dose. It is designed as a Kampo formulation for people with substantial subcutaneous abdominal fat and a tendency toward constipation.
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Comprehensive effects from 18 types of crude drugs
18 crude drugs
This formulation combines 18 crude drugs, including saposhnikovia root, schizonepeta spike, ephedra, rhubarb, and mirabilite. It combines effects related to fat metabolism, bowel movements, and water metabolism.
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Easy-to-continue Tablet type
Tablet
As this is a Tablet rather than a Powder, its smell and taste are less noticeable, making it easy to take as part of your daily routine.
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Multiple indications including obesity
In addition to obesity, it is also used for indications such as sinusitis, eczema, dermatitis, and pimples.
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Rohto Pharmaceutical's Kampo formulation
This is Rohto Pharmaceutical's tablet series of Bofutsushosan.
Active Ingredients (daily dose)
Indications
For people with good physical strength, substantial subcutaneous abdominal fat, and a tendency toward constipation: symptoms associated with high blood pressure or obesity, including palpitations, stiff shoulders, hot flashes, swelling, and constipation; sinusitis; eczema and dermatitis; pimples (acne); and obesity.
Dosage and Directions
| Age |
Amount per dose |
Number of doses per day |
| Adults (15 years and older) |
5 Tablets per dose |
Three times daily |
| Under 15 years old |
Do not take |
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Take before meals or between meals with water or warm water. Strictly follow the dosage and directions. Do not give this product to children.
⚠️ Precautions for Use
- This product is a Class 2 OTC Drug. Be sure to read the package insert before taking it.
- Strictly follow the specified dosage and directions.
- The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking this product: people receiving medical treatment, pregnant people or those who may be pregnant, people in poor physical condition, people with weak digestive systems who are prone to diarrhea, people who perspire excessively, Elderly people, people who have previously developed rashes, itching, or similar symptoms from medicines or other products, and people with swelling or difficulty urinating.
- If symptoms such as rash, redness, itching, loss of appetite, stomach discomfort, abdominal pain, or diarrhea occur after taking this product, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- Rarely, serious conditions such as interstitial pneumonia, pseudoaldosteronism, myopathy, liver dysfunction, and mesenteric phlebosclerosis have been reported. Watch for symptoms such as shortness of breath, swelling, muscle weakness, and jaundice.
- If using this product for an extended period, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- When used for constipation, stop taking this product and consult a healthcare professional if symptoms do not improve after approximately two weeks of use.
- Use caution when taking this product with other laxatives.
- If you have any questions, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
📦 Storage Precautions
- Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Store out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container (to prevent misuse and preserve quality).
- Do not take products past their expiration date.
● Features
Enhances the burning power to effectively target the age-related ring-shaped fat (subcutaneous fat) around the abdomen that tends to accumulate with age, helping with obesity.
For those with robust physical strength, excessive subcutaneous fat in the abdominal area, and a tendency toward constipation-related obesity.
【Class 2 OTC Drug】
● Efficacy/Effects
For individuals with robust physical strength, excessive subcutaneous fat in the abdominal area, and a tendency toward constipation, the following symptoms: palpitations, stiff shoulders, hot flashes, swelling, constipation associated with high blood pressure and obesity, sinusitis (sinus inflammation), eczema/dermatitis, acne, and obesity.
＜Precautions related to Efficacy/Effects＞
● Dosage and Administration
Take the following amount twice a day before meals or between meals with water or warm water.
Adults (15 years and older): 5 tablets per dose; under 15 years: do not take.
＜Precautions related to Dosage and Administration＞
Strictly adhere to the dosage and administration instructions.
* "Between meals" means 2 to 3 hours after eating.
● Ingredients/Quantity
Per 10 tablets:
Bofu-tsusho-san extract (5/6 quantity) 4167 mg (Platycodon root, Atractylodes rhizome, Licorice, Scutellaria root, Gypsum each 1.67 g; Rhubarb, Magnolia bark (sodium sulfate) each 1.25 g; Angelica root, Peony root, Cnidium rhizome, Gardenia fruit, Forsythia fruit, Peppermint, Schizonepeta spike, Ledebouriella root, Ephedra each 1 g; Ginger 0.33 g; Calcite 2.5 g)
〔Additives〕
Magnesium aluminometasilicate, potato starch, carmellose calcium (CMC-Ca), magnesium stearate
＜Precautions related to Ingredients/Quantity＞
* Since this medicine uses extracts from natural crude drugs, the color of the tablets may vary slightly.
● Dosage Form
Tablet (oral tablet)
● Precautions for Use
■ Do not do (Contraindications)
(Failure to comply may worsen current symptoms or increase the likelihood of side effects)
1. Do not take the following medicines while using this product:
Other laxatives.
2. Nursing mothers should either avoid taking this product or avoid breastfeeding while taking it.
■ Consult
1. Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before use if you:
(1) Are receiving medical treatment from a doctor.
(2) Are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant.
(3) Are physically weak (frail or weak).
(4) Have a weak stomach and are prone to diarrhea.
(5) Tend to sweat excessively.
(6) Are elderly.
(7) Have had rashes, redness, itching, or other allergic reactions to medicines before.
(8) Have symptoms such as swelling or difficulty urinating.
(9) Have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, or thyroid dysfunction.
2. If any of the following symptoms appear after taking this medicine, stop use immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this package:
[Affected area: Symptoms]
Skin: rash, redness, itching
Digestive system: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach discomfort, abdominal bloating, diarrhea with severe abdominal pain, abdominal pain
Nervous system: dizziness
Others: sweating, palpitations, swelling, headache
● Rarely, the following serious symptoms may occur. In such cases, seek medical attention immediately:
[Name of Symptom: Symptoms]
Interstitial pneumonia: Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing when climbing stairs or exerting yourself slightly, dry cough, fever, etc., which appear suddenly or persist.
Pseudoaldosteronism: Weakness, numbness, stiffness or rigidity in hands and feet, along with fatigue and muscle pain that gradually worsen.
Myopathy: Weakness, numbness, stiffness or rigidity in hands and feet, along with fatigue and muscle pain that gradually worsen.
Liver dysfunction: Fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of skin or whites of eyes), dark urine, general fatigue, loss of appetite, etc.
Mesenteric phlebosclerosis: Repeated abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal bloating due to long-term use.
3. The following symptoms may appear after taking this medicine. If these symptoms persist or worsen, stop use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this package: diarrhea, constipation.
4. If symptoms do not improve after about one month of use (about one week if used for constipation), stop use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this package.
5. Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller if you plan to use this medicine for a long time.
● Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store tightly closed 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 quality changes).
(4) Do not touch with wet hands as moisture may cause discoloration or affect quality.
(5) Do not use after the expiration date. Even within the expiration date, use as soon as possible after opening.
(6) After opening, discard the packing material inside the bottle as it may absorb moisture. (The packing material is included to prevent tablet damage during transport.)
