Herbal Formula Science (대한한의학방제학회지)

The Korean Medicine Society for the Herbal Formula Study (대한한의학방제학회)
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Overview on the Use of Gyeongokgo in the Royal Family of King Sukjong and Gyeongjong

숙종-경종 대 왕실에서의 경옥고 활용에 대한 고찰

  • Won Nam Kim (Department of Korean Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University) ;
  • Ki Bong Kim (Department of Korean Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University) ;
  • Jun Yong Choi (Department of Korean Medicine, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University) ;
  • Ki Tae Ha (Department of Korean Medical Science, School of Korean Medicine, Pusan National University)
  • 김원남 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원 한의학과) ;
  • 김기봉 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원 한의학과) ;
  • 최준용 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원 한의학과) ;
  • 하기태 (부산대학교 한의학전문대학원 한의과학과)
  • Received : 2024.07.26
  • Accepted : 2024.08.16
  • Published : 2024.08.31
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Abstract

Objectives : Gyeongokgo is a representative herbal formula for longevity in Korean medicine and has been applied to prevent and treat various diseases. Gyeongokgo is recognized as a representative tonic for the Joseon royal family. However, there is yet no legitimate research on how the royal family used Gyeongokgo. The present study aims to analyze Gyeongokgo during the reign of King Sukjong and Gyeongjong with historical records. Methods : Historical records were searched through databases such as the veritable records of the Joseon Dynasty and the daily records of royal secretariat of Joseon Dynasty. Results : During the reign of King Myeongjong, the administration of Gyeongokgo started and expanded to the entire royal family, including the king, queen, and queen mother, by King Sukjong. In the early stage, Gyeongokgo was taken to treat coughing or breathing difficulties. Gradually it was recognized as agood tonic for replenishing energy and blood. Conclusions : The tendency to prefer tonic in the late Joseon Dynasty started during the reign of King Sukjong, and Gyeongokgo began to be used as a seasonal tonic in the fall and winter even though no symptoms appear.

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This study was supported by a 2-Year Research Grant of Pusan National University.

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