가미태음조위탕 2주 복용이 과체중 또는 비만 환자의 혈압, 맥박수 및 체중에 미치는 영향: 후향적 차트리뷰

The Effect of Taking Gamitaeeumjowee-tang for 2 Weeks on Blood Pressure, Pulse Rate and Body Weight in Overweight or Obese Patients: A Retrospective Chart Review

Objectives: This study was aimed to evaluate changes in blood pressure, pulse rate and body weight of overweight or obese patients after two weeks of taking Gamitaeeumjoweetang. Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted for patients with auscultatory blood pressure records who visited the clinic after two weeks from the first visit between July 8, 2019 and August 30, 2019. Results: A total of seventy-two patients were included. There were significant differences in systolic blood pressure (121.69±14.3 ㎜Hg to 117.37±12.3 ㎜Hg, P=0.002) and pulse rate (78.56±9.3 bpm to 82.99±9.0 bpm, P<0.001). There was no significant difference in diastolic blood pressure. There were significant differences in body weight (76.28±13.5 ㎏ to 73.41±13.1 ㎏, P<0.001) and body mass index (28.82±4.4 ㎏/㎡ to 27.75±4.3 ㎏/㎡, P<0.001). Conclusions: In this study, blood pressure tended to decrease and pulse rate slightly increased after two weeks of taking Gamitaeeumjowee-tang. It is necessary to notice the possibility of pulse rate increase and the plan of action when using Gamitaeeumjoweetang. Additional well-designed investigations are needed.