Goje (Paste-type Herbal Medicine)

Goje is a type of Korean herbal medicine made by boiling and concentrating various ingredients into a viscous paste. Gyeongokgo is a representative example, but the concentration, container, and measurement standards vary by prescription.

Instead of household spoons, use the provided measuring tool and follow the Dosage Amountindicated markings. After opening, do not insert tools that are wet, and check the specific storage instructions for the herbal medicine.

Related Information: Official Guide for Gyeongokgo Dosage and Storage

How is it different from pills (Hwanje) or decoctions (Tangyak)?

Unlike Hwanje (round pill form) or Tangyak (packaged liquid), Goje is a sticky, semi-solid state. Even if the name is similar, you cannot directly compare the concentration or single dose with commercial food products or Gyeongokgo from other medical institutions. Please check based on the container and label you received.

How do I measure a single dose?

Do not use household tablespoons or teaspoons as a common standard, as their sizes vary. If you have a measuring tool provided with the medicine, check whether to fill it level or up to the marking line. If you have lost the tool, do not guess the amount; contact the medical institution that prepared the medicine.

How should I store it after opening?

Use clean, dry tools and do not re-insert tools that have touched your mouth or wet spoons. Avoid direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity, and follow the label regarding refrigeration and expiration dates. If the smell, color, or surface appears different than usual, do not taste it to check; contact the clinic before taking the medicine.