Composition, form of production and packaging
Capsules hard gelatinous в„–0, upper part (lid) and lower (body) - matte, brown. The contents of the capsule are powder from yellowish brown to brown with a characteristic odor.
1 caps.
Artichoke leaves extract 400 mg
Excipients: talc, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide colloid, corn starch, lactose monohydrate.
The composition of the capsule shell: gelatin, purified water, sodium lauryl sulfate, titanium dioxide E171, iron oxide red E172, iron oxide black E172, iron oxide yellow E172.
10 pieces. - blisters from PVC / PVDH / aluminum foil (2) - packs cardboard.
INSTRUCTION FOR THE SPECIALIST.
Description of the drug approved by the manufacturer for the printed edition of 2013.
PHARMACHOLOGIC EFFECT
Has a choleretic and hepatoprotective effect, due to the content of a complex of biologically active substances of extract from leaves of artichoke - a phenolic compound cinarin in combination with phenolic acids (chlorogenic and others). The drug stimulates the formation and outflow of bile, peristalsis of the intestine, improves digestion and reduces cholesterol in the blood.
INDICATIONS
- in the complex therapy of dyspeptic syndrome with chronic non-erosive gastritis, duodenitis;
- steatosis;
- chronic hepatitis of different aetiology of mild course;
- chronic non-calculous cholecystitis, dyskinesia of the biliary tract;
- postcholecystectomy syndrome;
- chronic pancreatitis;
- Chronic colitis.
DOSING MODE
Inside. Assign 1 capsule 1-2 times / day during meals, squeezed with enough liquid. The course of treatment is 3-4 weeks.
SIDE EFFECT
Possible allergic reactions, pain in the epigastric region, diarrhea, nausea, heartburn.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- hypersensitivity to the drug;
- cholelithiasis;
- obstruction of the biliary tract;
- severe forms of liver failure;
- Acute liver, kidney, biliary and urinary tract diseases;
- pregnancy, lactation;
- Children under 18 years.
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION
Contraindicated in pregnancy, during lactation.
APPLICATION FOR FUNCTIONS OF THE LIVER
Contraindicated in acute kidney disease.
APPLICATION FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE FUNCTION OF KIDNEYS
Contraindicated in severe forms of liver failure; acute liver diseases.
APPLICATION FOR CHILDREN
Contraindicated in children and adolescents under 18 years.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
If the background of taking the drug for 7 days, there is no improvement in the condition - you should see a doctor.
Due to the presence of lactose in the composition, it is not recommended to take patients with intolerance to lactose, a deficiency of lactase or glucose-galactose malabsorption.
Influence on ability to drive a car or other mechanical means
The drug does not affect the psychophysical state, does not cause drowsiness and does not affect the ability to drive a car or other mechanical means.
OVERDOSE
Overdose may increase the manifestation of side effects of the drug. Treatment is symptomatic.
DRUG INTERACTION
With simultaneous reception, it is possible to weaken the action of anticoagulants of the coumarin series (fenprokumone, warfarin), which requires adjustment of the doses and consultation with the attending physician.
TERMS OF RELEASE FROM PHARMACY
The drug is approved for use as a means of OTC.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF STORAGE
Keep the drug out of reach of children at a temperature of no higher than 25 В° C.
Shelf life - 2 years 6 months. Do not use after the expiration date.