When and how do I determine the effects of Gambijeong?

Have you wondered on which day the effects of Gambijeong begin to appear? To answer first, there is no universal standard, such as the 3rd day or the 1st week, that applies to everyone. We do not draw conclusions based on a single day's weight; instead, we judge by recording actual intake, appetite, meals, weekly weight trends, and the body's reactions.

There are four axes to check: when and how many tablets were taken and if any doses were missed; whether the times of strong hunger and actual food intake have changed; the weekly trend of weight measured under the same conditions; and the status of sleep, energy, digestion, bowel movements, and any discomfort. These records are used to verify if the current dosage is appropriate for your daily life and weight loss trend.

Changes in appetite and changes in weight do not move on the same clock. Just because appetite decreases first does not mean body fat has decreased immediately, nor does a one-day drop in weight confirm the effect. Conversely, you cannot conclude that there is no effect simply because weight remains the same for a few days.

Daily weight is affected by water and salt intake, bowel movements, menstrual cycle, and the time of measurement. Weigh yourself at the same time and under similar conditions as much as possible, and look at the weekly trend rather than a single day's number. You should also check if changes in appetite have led to actual changes in meals, late-night snacks, and treats.

One bottle of 120 tablets lasts 30 days if taken at the standard dose of 4 tablets per day. However, 30 days is the standard usage period for one bottle, not the deadline for determining effectiveness. The actual usage period may vary as you may start with a lower dose, and it does not mean that everyone will lose the same amount of weight within one month.

If the rate of weight loss differs from your expectations, check the prescribed dose versus actual intake, missed days, actual meals, omitted drinks and snacks, sleep and activity, bowel movements and menstrual cycle, and weekly weight under the same conditions. You must not increase the dosage on your own simply because weight has plateaued for a few days.

If you feel weight loss is slow, a follow-up visit is more important than increasing the dose. Increasing the dose beyond the standard amount is decided after consultation and recommendation from the director. Conversely, even if weight drops rapidly, do not overlook it as a good result if it is accompanied by an inability to eat, decreased energy, dizziness, insomnia, throbbing, hand tremors, or severe digestive discomfort.

The goal is not to endure discomfort just to complete the scheduled dose. Please record the time symptoms started, the last dose taken, meals, caffeine intake, and any other medications taken, and inform your prescribing medical staff before the next dose. If you experience chest pain, fainting, severe shortness of breath, swelling of the face or tongue, or changes in consciousness, do not wait for a response and immediately call 119 or visit an emergency medical institution.

Please request a follow-up appointment if you wish to change the initial adaptation dose, if your appetite and weight loss speed differ significantly from expectations, if you want to adjust the dosage, or when you start a new medication. You may request a non-face-to-face follow-up, and you will be guided to visit the clinic in person if necessary. No additional consultation fee is charged for follow-up visits regarding weight loss speed, dosage, or discomfort.

The key is not to judge based on a single fixed date, but to determine the next plan based on your current response. For one week, record your actual intake, appetite and meals, weight measured under the same conditions, sleep and bowel movements, and any discomfort to review during your follow-up visit. The next section will cover specifically what and how to record during the first week.