Patient leaflet - Nelsons Sulfur 30C pillules
1. What is this medicine for
Nelsons sulfur 30c pillules are a homeopathic medicinal product used within the homeopathic tradition for the symptomatic relief of pimples and spots of mild acne that are not infected or inflamed and skin prone to eczema, irritation and itching.
2. Before taking this medicine
Do not take this medicine:
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see section 6).
- If the spots are infected or inflamed due to infection.
Do not use this medicine and consult your doctor if you already have or develop wide spread redness, oozing, infected skin sores, or if the skin is broken, infected or if the affected area is inflamed. If not treated adequately, acne may cause scarring.
This product contains lactose and sucrose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you are:
- Taking any other medicines, including those bought without a prescription.
Pregnant or breastfeeding.
3. How to use this medicine
For oral use only
Handle carefully; this medicine is in an inner glass vial.
Directions
Press base hard to break the seal. Press base twice to release 2 pillules into the cap. Unscrew the cap. Tip the pillules directly from the cap into mouth without touching them. Pillules should be chewed or placed under the tongue until dissolved. Alternatively, they may be crushed and dissolved in water. Pillules are to be taken between meals.
Adults, the elderly and children over 2 years
Take 2 pillules every 2 hours for the first 6 doses, then 4 times daily until symptoms improve for up to a maximum of 7 days.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
This medicine is not suitable for children under 2 years old.
If the symptoms become worse or they do not show improvement after 7 days or if any adverse or unwanted effects are experienced, consult a doctor, pharmacist or qualified healthcare practitioner.
If you forget to take this medicine, continue to take the usual dose at the usual time; it does not matter if you have missed a dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
If you take too much of this medicine speak to a doctor or pharmacist and take this leaflet with you.
4. Possible side effects
This medicine is not expected to cause any side effects. However, consult a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner if the symptoms worsen or they persist for more than 7 days or if any side effects occur.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store this medicine
- Keep all medicines out of reach and sight of children.
- Do not store above 25˚C.
- Do not use after expiry date shown on base of carton and container label.
- Return any unused medicine to your pharmacist for safe disposal.
6. Further information
What is in this medicine
Active ingredients
Each pillule contains:
Sulfur 30c
Also contains
Lactose and Sucrose
What does the medicine look like
Nelsons sulfur 30c pillules are small white to off-white spherical pillules. There are 84 pillules in a pack.
National Rules authorisation holder and manufacturer is:
A Nelson & Co Limited, 5-9 Endeavour Way, Wimbledon, London, SW19 8UH, UK
NR 01175/0186
This leaflet is available on request in formats suitable for the blind & partially sighted.
Leaflet last revised: March 2016
NELSONS, the nelsons & ellipse logo and the leaf & cross logo are registered trade marks of A Nelson & Co Limited.