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ACRO S-Capsule

A capsule-form diet herbal medicine taken three times a day during the weight-loss phase,
followed by the Y-Capsule for the maintenance phase

S-Capsule

Prescribed after a consultation,
a diet herbal medicine in capsule form

ACRO S-Capsule is a capsule-form diet herbal medicine that ACRO Korean Medicine Clinic prescribes individually after a consultation. It helps control appetite by increasing satiety and supports weight loss by activating metabolism. It is taken three times a day at 4-hour intervals , and one bottle lasts 15 days.

Dosing
3 times a day · every 4 hoursWith or without food
One bottle
15 days2 bottles per month
Herbal ingredients
MFDS hGMP-certifiedQuality-controlled standardized herbs
ACRO S-Capsule box, bottle and capsules

Three stages

Detox 2 days · Weight loss 1–6 months · Maintenance 1–3 months:
a different capsule for each stage

The ACRO diet program changes the prescription across three stages: detox · weight loss · maintenance .
During weight loss you take the S-Capsuleevery day, and after weight loss the Y-Capsulekeeps the weight off

  • D-Capsule bottle

    01 · Detox

    D-Capsule

    About 2 days

    A detox capsule taken for 2 days before starting the S-Capsule to help clear waste from the body

    2 capsules, 3 times a day

  • S-Capsule bottle

    02 · Weight loss

    S-Capsule

    1–6 months

    A capsule that supports weight loss by activating metabolism and increasing satiety. Taken every day during the weight-loss phase

    Start with 1, then 2–3 capsules, 3 times a day

  • Y-Capsule bottle

    03 · Maintenance

    Y-Capsule

    1–3 months · 1 bottle = 1 month

    A maintenance capsule that helps keep the weight from coming back after weight loss. Milder than the weight-loss capsule

    1 capsule morning and evening on an empty stomach

How to take

How to take it

Start S-Capsule with 1 capsule per dose on the first day and, if there is no discomfort, increase to 2 and then 3 capsules per dose. Take it three times a day at 4-hour intervals.
Detox with the D-Capsule for 2 days before starting, and maintain with the Y-Capsule once weight loss is complete

  1. 01

    Detox, 2 days · D-Capsule

    Take 2 capsules three times a day, increasing to 3 if there is no discomfort

    Do not fast: eat porridge or a light meal of about 200 kcal three times a day

  2. 02

    Weight loss · S-Capsule

    Take 1 capsule at a time on the first day, then slowly increase to 2 and 3 if there is no discomfort

    Three times a day at 4-hour intervals, with or without food

  3. 03

    Maintenance · Y-Capsule

    Take 1 capsule morning and evening on an empty stomach (2 capsules once a day is also fine)

    Usually for at least 1 month, or 3 months until your daily routine is settled

While taking it

  • CoffeeAvoid for the first 1–3 days, then 1–2 cups in the morning
  • AlcoholDo not drink alcohol while taking this medicine
  • Check-ups & testsStop 2 days before
  • Pregnancy & breastfeedingNot taken · pause 2–3 days before trying to conceive
  • Other medication1 hour apart from blood pressure, diabetes or thyroid medication
  • Continuous useUp to 6 months, then a 1-month break · Y-Capsule allowed during the break

Storage

  • Refrigerated: 1 yearUse within 6 months after opening if stored at room temperature
  • Travel & abroadCan be kept at room temperature in a cool place · English certificate available

Observational study · Journal of Korean Medicine 2022

Confirmed by an observational study:
10 weeks of change

−10.2%Average 10-week weight change · average −7.64 kg

In an observational study of Korean medicine treatment for obesity involving ACRO's medical team, the average weight of the 118 participants who completed 10 weeks of treatment changed from 74.59 kg to 66.95 kg

Subjects
118 patients who completed 10 weeks (out of 286)
Period
10 wks
Published
J. Korean Medicine 2022;43(1):87–98
Research team
Dr. Lim Joo-hyuk · Dr. Park Ji-seon
Journal of Korean Medicine · 2022;43(1):87–98Korean Medicine with Self-monitoring for Weight Control and Factors Associated with Weight Loss: a Retrospective Observational StudyJang IY, Lim JH, Park JS, Kim JS, Kim TH · Journal of Korean Medicine 2022doi 10.13048/jkm.22008 · Read the paper →

These are average results for study participants; the amount and duration of weight loss vary by individual

Consultation

Is the S-Capsule right for you?
Find out at a consultation first

We check your current health and medications
and then guide your prescription

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