If you’ve ever flown through Incheon Airport or visited a pharmacy in Spain, you might have heard of Potenciator — the name by which Dynamogén is often known in Korea and across Asia.
This small ampoule supplement has gained a reputation as a reliable energy booster, commonly used by frequent travelers, students, and those recovering from illness or fatigue.
1. What is Potenciator / Dynamogén?
Dynamogén is the official brand name produced by FAES FARMA, a Spanish pharmaceutical company. However, it’s often referred to as Potenciator in Korea and among international users — a name that reflects its energy-enhancing properties.
Each 10 ml ampoule contains:
- Glutodine® (Cyproheptadine α-ketoglutarate): 3 mg
- Arginine Aspartate: 1 g
- Excipient base to 10 ml
Sold in packs of 20 oral ampoules, it’s easy to carry and quick to consume.
2. What Is It Used For?
Though originally used as an appetite stimulant and tonic, it’s now popular as a:
- Fatigue recovery aid
- Appetite enhancer (especially after illness)
- Jet lag relief supplement
- Cognitive and physical energy support
Its unique formulation makes it well-suited for those recovering from stress, illness, or travel-related exhaustion.
3. Why Is It Popular in Korea?
In Korea, Potenciator is known as the “Incheon Airport fatigue supplement”, often recommended by flight attendants and travelers who swear by its effects. It’s commonly brought back from overseas trips as a travel essential.
Koreans value it for being:
- Fast-acting
- Easy to take (no water needed)
- Gentle yet effective
- Free from caffeine or harsh stimulants
4. Where Can You Buy It?
- In Spain: Available without a prescription in most local pharmacies under the name Dynamogén
- In Asia: Sold in pharmacies in countries like Cambodia, and often known as Potenciator
- In Korea: Not always available in pharmacies, but well-known through word-of-mouth or online communities
5. Safety & Precautions
- May cause drowsiness due to cyproheptadine
- Avoid taking before driving or operating machinery
- Not recommended during pregnancy or for children without medical supervision
Final Thoughts
Whether you call it Dynamogén or Potenciator, this Spanish-made tonic has quietly built a global following thanks to its reliable fatigue recovery effects. If you’re planning long-haul travel or recovering from a busy work season, this may be worth packing in your carry-on.