Patient leaflet - HOLLAND & BARRETT DANDELION CAPSULES,NATURES BOUNTY DANDELION CAPSULES,LIFECYCLE DANDELION CAPSULES,NATURES GARDEN DANDELION CAPSULES,GNC LIVE WELL DANDELION CAPSULES
1 - what this product is and what it is used for
This product contains Dandelion root extract. It is a traditional herbal medicinal product used to: u Relieve the symptoms of mild digestive disorders, such as dyspepsia and flatulence, and temporary loss of appetite u Increase the amount of urine for the purpose of flushing the urinary tract to assist in minor urinary complaints
This is based on traditional use only.
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2 – Before you take this product
Do not take this product if you are:
u Under 18 years of age
u Pregnant or breastfeeding
u Allergic to Dandelion or to plants of the Asteraceae (Compositae) family, such as daisies, marigolds or artichokes or any of the ingredients in section 6 of this leaflet u Suffering from obstructions of the bile ducts or intestines, liver disease, gallstones, inflammation of the bile duct (cholangitis) and or active peptic ulcer
u Suffering from kidney failure and/or diabetes, and/or heart failure
u Currently taking diuretic medication
Consult a Doctor or a qualified Healthcare Practitioner if:
u The symptoms worsen during the use of this product
u Symptoms such as fever, pain burning or discomfort when urinating, spasms or blood in urine occur during the use of the medicinal product.
3 - how to take this product
For oral use only.
Adults and elderly:
Take 1 capsule 2 times daily. Swallow the whole capsule with water.
To ensure an increase of the amount of urine, adequate fluid intake is required during the treatment.
Do not exceed the stated dose.
If you take too much of the product (overdose): speak to a Doctor or a qualified Healthcare Practitioner immediately and take this leaflet and bottle with you.
If you forget to take this product: Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose(s). Continue to take your usual dose at the usual time. It does not matter if you have missed a dose.
Duration of use: If symptoms worsen or do not improve after 2 weeks of taking this product or if any of the side effects listed in the leaflet become serious or if side effects not listed in the leaflet occur, a Doctor or a qualified Healthcare Practitioner should be consulted.
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4 - possible side effects
Like all medicines, this product can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Possible side effects are:
u Mild gastrointestinal effects such as stomach pain, digestive upset and excessive acid. The frequency is not known.
If any of the above side effects become serious or if you experience any other side effects not listed above, consult your Doctor, Pharmacist or a qualified Healthcare Practitioner.
5 - how to store this product
u Keep the capsules in the bottle until it is time to take them
u Do not take the capsules after the expiry date (see outer label). The expiry date refers to the last day of the month
u Do not store above 25°C
u Store in the original packaging
u Keep the bottle tightly closed
u Keep the capsules out of sight and reach of children
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6 – Further information
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