The “Ohta Isan” Series of Japanese Digestive Medicine for the Family

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  The 4 Varieties in the "Ohta Isan" Series We're Introducing Today

  Talking about Ohta Isan, many people's image is of a powdery digestive medicine that comes in a can, but there are actually many different varieties. These different kinds of medicine are classified depending on the stomach and intestinal symptoms, and the situation where they're being taken.
  We took a look at what ways each kind was effective.

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  "Ohta Isan" powder type, the most famous variety.
  
  This general gastrointestinal medicine is made from seven herbal ingredients. General stomach distress, heartburn, and the discomfort that comes from drinking too much are all symptoms that can be relieved by using the included spoon and taking one scoopful (1.3g) of the powder.
  
  It can even be taken by pregnant women, but the effects will vary based on any individual's constitution, so it's a good idea to ask a doctor before taking it if concerned.
  
  Because this is the powder type, taking it gives you a familiar, refreshing feeling.
  This variety comes packaged two ways: a can with a spoon inside, and boxes with pre-portioned single-use packets.

Can Type

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  The standard can type.
  75g/140g/210g
  It comes in three sizes

Packet Type (Ohta Isan ＜divided powder＞)

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  The portable and convenient packet type.
  16 count/32 count/48 count
  The boxes come in three sizes.
  The contents are the same as the can packaging.

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  Each packet contains one dose of Ohta Isan digestive medicine.

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  "Ohta Isan A ＜in tablet＞", in the blue and yellow packaging.
  
  This series is specially formulated for stomach pain caused by overeating, particularly indigestion and that heavy overfull feeling. It helps when breaking down all the fat, protein, and carbohydrates in the stomach.
  It's useful for discomfort after eating an especially greasy meal.
  Because it's in tablet form, it's easier to take for those who don't like medicine in powder form, and it's convenient to carry around as well.
  It comes in two kinds of packaging, bottles and packets.

The Bottle

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  The bottle packaging.
  45 tablets/120 tablets/300 tablets
  The bottles come in three sizes.

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  Tablets with "A" impressions.
  You can take up to three at a time!

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  "Ohta Isan Drug for Controlling Intestinal Function", the third variety in the series.
  Just as the name implies, this medicine helps put your intestines in good order, and keep them in good condition.
  Many people assume this medicine must be a laxative, or an antidiarrheal, but its real role is to normalize the function of the digestive tract, creating a good intestinal environment and regulating the organ.

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  In this easy to take tablet form, bottles of 160 tablets or 370 tablets are available.

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  Three tablets at a time, three times a day.
  Being made of lactic acid bacteria and herbal medicine means that pregnant women can take it as well. Please let your doctor know you're taking it, though.

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  "Ohta Chinese Herbal Gastrointestinal Medicine Ⅱ", in the pink packaging.
  This series is effective against gastrointestinal distress caused by stress. Rather than the discomfort that comes from eating or drinking too much, this medicine helps with neurogenic or chronic gastritis. If you suffer from stomachaches, loss of appetite, nausea, etc. that comes from work stress, exams, or family issues, this can help improve those symptoms.

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  Tablet type.
  These tablets come in little packets, with three inside each. The boxes come in 54 tablet and 108 tablet sizes.

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  Powder type.
  The powder variety comes in boxes of 14 powder packets, and 34. Each packet contains one dose of easy to take, granular powder.