Class 2 OTC drugCrude drug preparationPowder / fine granules
Jinsen-san
A herbal formula for addressing bladder inflammation and pain, and swelling
✦ Antibacterial and diuretic action✦ Anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving action
Who it’s for and when to use it
For pain after urination associated with cystitis
For those bothered by pain after urination due to cystitis. Herbal ingredients such as peony root and Sinomenium stem may help ease the pain.
When concerned about swelling
For those concerned about swelling and considering a medicine. Jin-sen-san is an herbal medicine indicated for swelling.
When urine output has decreased
For those experiencing a decrease in urine output. Reduced urinary output is also among the indications for Jin-sen-san.
For nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and pyelitis
A medicine used for nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and pyelitis. These are also among its indications, along with cystitis and swelling.
Product Overview
Jin-sen-san is a medicine combining herbal ingredients. Uva ursi, which has an antibacterial role, acts on the bacteria that cause cystitis, while Alisma rhizome, Poria sclerotium, Rehmannia root, and other ingredients with a diuretic role help flush the bacteria out in the urine.
Ingredients such as Artemisia capillaris flower and peony root, which have an anti-inflammatory role, help improve bladder inflammation, while peony root and Sinomenium stem, which have a pain-relieving role, help ease pain after urination. This formula combines the actions of its individual herbal ingredients.
Product Features
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Most cases of cystitis are inflammation caused by bacteria.
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Jinsen-san contains uva ursi, an antibacterial crude drug that acts on the bacteria responsible.
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Works effectively for cystitis.*
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*A typical course of 4–7 days helps suppress the bacteria responsible. Continue taking all of the medicine, even after symptoms such as pain have subsided.
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[Antibacterial] Uva ursi acts on the bacteria that cause cystitis.
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[Diuretic] Alisma rhizome, Poria sclerotium, Rehmannia root, and other ingredients help flush bacteria out in the urine.
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[Anti-inflammatory] Artemisia capillaris flower, peony root, and other ingredients help improve bladder inflammation.
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[Pain relief] Peony root, Sinomenium stem, and other ingredients help ease pain after urination.
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Tips for taking this medicine
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Taking it with warm water may make it easier to take and more effective.
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Self-care tips
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Try not to hold in your urine.
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To help maintain immune function, try to avoid building up fatigue and stress.
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Try to keep your body warm, for example by drinking warm beverages.
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*Due to the characteristics of this product, it may feel as though the contents have hardened. Shake the individual packet to confirm that the contents are not clumped together.
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*When taking this medicine, moisture in the mouth may make it feel as though it has clumped together in your mouth. This does not affect its efficacy, so continue taking it as directed.
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1 packet (1.5 g) | Contains an extract prepared from the following crude drugs in 20 packets. |
| Alisma rhizome | 6.0 g |
| Artemisia capillaris flower | 5.0 g |
| Japanese elder | 8.0 g |
| cinnamon bark | 6.0 g |
| Sinomenium stem | 6.0 g |
| Imperata rhizome | 6.0 g |
| Rehmannia root | 6.0 g |
| Plantago seed | 6.0 g |
| Atractylodes rhizome | 7.0 g |
| Uva ursi | 10.0 g |
| Poria sclerotium | 8.0 g |
| Peony root | 7.0 g |
| Polyporus sclerotium | 6.0 g |
| Gardenia fruit | 5.0 g |
| Catalpa fruit | 8.0 g |
Contains carmellose calcium and anhydrous silicic acid as additives.
Indications
Dosage and Administration
Take the following dose between meals with water or warm water.
Age・・・Dose per administration・・・Number of doses per day
Adults・・・1 packet・・・3 times
Ages 8–15・・・1/2 packet・・・3 times
Ages 4–7・・・1/3 packet・・・3 times
Under age 4・・・Do not take
[Follow the recommended timing for taking this medicine.] Between meals means on an empty stomach, 2–3 hours after a meal.
(1) Follow the dosage and administration instructions.
(2) When giving this medicine to a child, ensure it is taken under the guidance and supervision of a parent or guardian.
⚠️ Precautions for Use
Consultation
- 1. Before taking this medicine, consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered salesperson in the following cases:
- (1) People receiving medical treatment
- (2) People who are pregnant or may be pregnant
- (3) People with a weak stomach or intestines
- (4) People who have experienced allergic symptoms from medicines or other substances
- (5) People with the following symptoms: loss of appetite, nausea, or vomiting
- 2. If any of the following symptoms occur after taking this medicine, they may be side effects. Stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered salesperson with this document.
Affected area Symptoms Skin Rash, redness, itch Digestive system Loss of appetite, stomach discomfort, nausea, or vomiting - In rare cases, the serious symptoms listed below may occur. If they do, seek medical attention immediately.
Condition Symptoms Mesenteric phlebosclerosis With long-term use, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal bloating, and other symptoms may repeatedly occur. - 3. The following symptom may occur after taking this medicine. If it persists or worsens, stop taking the medicine and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered salesperson with this document.
- Diarrhea
- 4. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine for about one month, stop taking it and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered salesperson with this document.
- 5. If using this medicine for an extended period, consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered salesperson.
📦 Storage Precautions
- (1) Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- (2) Store out of reach of children.
- (3) Do not transfer to another container. (This may cause misuse or affect product quality.)
- (4) If taking the remaining portion of a packet after dividing it, fold over the opening of the packet for storage and take it within 2 days.
- (5) Do not take this product after its expiration date.