Patient leaflet - WELEDA DIGESTIVE RELIEF OROMUCOSAL SPRAY
WELEDA DIGESTIVE RELIEF OROMUCOSAL SPRAY
Oromucosal spray containing: Carbo vegetabilis yly 6X and Citrullus colocynthis 6X.
WELEDA HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINAL PRODUCT
Read this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you. Keep this leaflet as you may need to read it again.
In this leaflet:
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1. What the product is and what it is used for
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2. Before taking this product
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3. How to use this product
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4. Possible side effects
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5. How to store this product
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6. Further information
1. what the product is and what it is used for
Weleda Digestive Relief Oromucosal Spray is a homeopathic medicinal product used within the homeopathic tradition for the symptomatic relief of indigestion and bloating.
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2. Before taking this product
Do not take this product if:♦ you are allergic to any of the active ingredients, ethanol (alcohol) or lactose
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– see section 6
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♦ you are under 18 years of age
- Consult your Doctor or Pharmacist if:
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♦ you are taking other prescription medicines
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♦ you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Special warnings and precautions for use:
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♦ this product is not recommended for use in children or adolescents under 18 years of age
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♦ if symptoms worsen, or persist after 7 days of taking this product, consult a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner
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♦ this medicinal product contains small amounts of ethanol (alcohol), less than 100mg per dose, therefore it should not be used with medication known to interact with alcohol e.g. metronidazole and disulfiram
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♦ the effects of alcohol may be increased and therefore concurrent use should be avoided
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♦ this product contains lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product
- Driving and using machines
No studies have been carried out on the effects on the ability to drive or operate machines. If affected do not drive or operate machines. This product contains a small quantity of ethanol (alcohol).
3. how to use this productbefore using this product for the first time:your weleda digestive relief oromucosal spray has a dust cap which protects the nozzle and keeps it clean. remember to take it off to use the spray.
Before you start a new bottle, or if you have not used the spray for a few days or more, press the pump down several times (away from you) until you get a fine spray.
Adults and elderly:
- for oral use only
- hold the spray upright, a few centimetres from the mouth
- open your mouth and apply 1or 2 metered sprays into the mouth up to 3 times daily. Change the site of application each time to minimise any potential irritation
- do not swallow
- ideally doses should be taken half an hour before or half an hour after food or drink
- do not spray into the throat or eyes
- if symptoms worsen, or persist after 7 days of taking this product, consult a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner
Weleda Digestive Relief Oromucosal Spray is not for use in children or adolescents under the age of 18 years.
Do not exceed the stated dose
- if you miss a dose of Weleda Digestive Relief Oromucosal Spray just take the next dose as usual.
Overdose
- if you take more of Weleda Digestive Relief Oromucosal Spray than you should, do not worry, taking too many doses is not known to be harmful. However if you feel unwell, consult your doctor.
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4. Possible side-effects
There are no known side-effects when using Weleda Digestive Relief Oromucosal Spray. If you notice any side-effects or if symptoms worsen, or persist after 7 days of taking this product, consult a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner.
You can help to make medicines safer by reporting any side-effects to the Yellow Card Scheme at. Alternatively you can get a paper Yellow Card form from your GP’s surgery or pharmacy, or call freephone 0808 100 3352 (available 10am-2pm Monday – Friday).
5. how to store this product
- keep out of the reach and sight of children
- do not store above 25°C
- discard 6 months after first opening
- keep the container in the outer carton
- do not use after the expiry date on the carton and label
- return any unused medicine to your pharmacist for safe disposal.
Medicine should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.
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6. Further Information