Carmenthin® for indigestion, 84 capsules

active ingredients

• 50 mg cumin oil
• 90 mg Pfefferminzöl

ingredients

• Chinolingelb
• Patentblau V
• Glycerolmonostearat 40-50%
• Iron(III) oxide hydrate, black
• Methacrylic acid ethyl acrylate copolymer (1:1)
• Gelatine polysuccinat
• Triglycerides, medium chain
• sodium chloride
• Sodium dodecyl sulfate
• Sodium Sulfate Anhydrous
• Propylenglycol
• Polysorbat 80
• 12 mg Sorbitol
• titanium dioxide
• Glycerol 85%

Indication :

• Carmenthin ^® for indigestion is a herbal medicine for indigestion.

• Carmenthin ^® for indigestion is used for

  • dyspeptic symptoms, especially with mild cramps in the gastrointestinal tract, flatulence, feeling of fullness.

Dosage :

• Always take Carmenthin ^® exactly as directed for indigestion. Please check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

• Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, the usual dose is:

  • Adults and adolescents aged 12 and over take 1 capsule twice a day.

• There is no data for a specific dosage recommendation in the case of impaired renal function.

• Please also talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have the impression that the effect of Carmenthin ^® on indigestion is too strong or too weak.

• duration of use

  • The duration of use of the drug is generally not limited in time. In the case of symptoms that last longer than 1 week or recur periodically, we recommend that you consult your doctor.

• If you take more Carmenthin ^{® for indigestion than you should:}

  • Carmenthin ^® for indigestion should not be taken more per day than specified in the dosage instructions or prescribed by the doctor. If you accidentally take one or two more capsules than you should, there is usually no ill effect. However, ingestion of significantly higher amounts can cause significant symptoms (e.g. vomiting, abdominal pain, drowsiness, cardiac disorders). In this case, even if no symptoms have appeared, you should contact your doctor. This is especially true if a small child is taking larger amounts of Carmenthin ^®swallowed in case of indigestion. Milk or alcoholic beverages should not be drunk in the event of an overdose, as they can promote the absorption of the active ingredients in Carmenthin ^{® into the blood in the event of digestive disorders.}

• If you have forgotten to take Carmenthin ^® for indigestion:

  • If you have forgotten to take Carmenthin ^® for indigestion or have taken too little Carmenthin ^® for indigestion, please continue taking the preparation as described in the dosage instructions next time.

way :

• To take.

• The capsules are swallowed whole with sufficient liquid (e.g. 1 glass of water) and at least 30 minutes before the next meal, preferably in the morning and at noon. You can also take the capsules without later taking a meal. The capsules must be swallowed whole, ie not broken or chewed, to avoid premature release of the active ingredient. Premature release of the active substance can possibly lead to local irritation in the mouth and esophagus.

Side effects :

• Like all medicines, Carmenthin ^® can have side effects in digestive disorders.

• The list includes all known side effects from treatment with peppermint oil and caraway oil, including those at higher doses or long-term therapy.

• The evaluation of side effects is based on the following frequency information:

  • Very common: more than 1 in 10 people treated

  • Common: more than 1 in 100 people treated

  • Uncommon: more than 1 in 1000 people treated

  • Rare: more than 1 in 10,000 people treated

  • Very rare: affects 1 or less in 10,000 people including isolated cases

• Stomach disorders (e.g. belching) may occur in sensitive individuals. Allergic reactions can occur very rarely.

• If there are signs of an allergic reaction, the preparation should be discontinued and a doctor consulted.

• If you notice any of the side effects mentioned above, please inform your doctor so that he can decide on the degree of severity and any necessary measures.

• If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to side effects that are not specified.

Interactions :

• Interactions with other medicines

  • Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

  • Studies with Carmenthin ^® in digestive disorders on interactions with other drugs were not carried out.

  • If drugs that bind gastric acid (antacids) are taken at the same time, the gastric juice-resistant capsule coating of Carmenthin ^® can be dissolved prematurely in the event of digestive disorders. Therefore, in the case of digestive disorders and antacids, Carmenthin ^® should be taken with a time lag of at least one hour.

  • Carmenthin ^{® for indigestion should not be taken one to three hours after taking a proton pump inhibitor (medicine to reduce gastric acid), so that the enteric-coated capsule coating of Carmenthin ®} in the case of indigestion does not dissolve prematurely .

  • People taking other medicines to reduce gastric acid should follow the recommended dosage carefully, according to which Carmenthin ^® should be taken at least 30 minutes before meals, preferably in the morning and at noon, in the case of indigestion. If in doubt, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

• Taking the drug with food

  • Since the gastric juice-resistant coating could be dissolved if food is eaten at the same time, Carmenthin ^® should be taken at least 30 minutes before meals in the event of indigestion.

Contraindications :

• Carmenthin ^® in case of digestive disorders must not be taken

  • if you are known to be hypersensitive to peppermint, menthol, caraway, other umbellifers or any of the other ingredients of the drug,

  • if you have low stomach acid production (achlorhydria),

  • in liver diseases,

  • in the case of gallstones, inflammatory diseases in the area of ​​the bile ducts (cholangitis) or other bile diseases.

Pregnancy and lactation :

• Safety during pregnancy and lactation has not been adequately studied. Carmenthin ^® is therefore not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women with indigestion.

Patient Notes :

• Particular caution is required when taking Carmenthin ^® for digestive disorders

  • Stomach and intestinal problems can be signs of illnesses that require medical evaluation and treatment; Therefore, if symptoms last longer than 1 week or recur periodically, we recommend consulting a doctor.

  • Kinder

    • There are no adequately documented studies on the use of this medicine in children. It should therefore not be used in children under 12 years of age.

  • This medicinal product contains 12 mg sorbitol per soft capsule.

  • This medicine contains sodium.

  • Carmenthin ^® for indigestion contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per softgel, ie it is essentially "sodium-free".

• Driving and using machines

  • There are no special precautions required.

The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.

Type of application?
Take the medicine with liquid (e.g. 1 glass of water).

Duration of use?
You should not use the medicine for longer than 1 week without medical advice. You should see your doctor if you have persistent or recurring symptoms.

overdose?
An overdose can cause stomach problems, among other things. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor immediately.

In general, pay attention to a conscientious dosage, especially for babies, small children and the elderly. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.

A dosage prescribed by the doctor may deviate from the information on the package leaflet. Therefore, since the doctor adjusts them individually, you should use the medicine according to his instructions.

What speaks against an application?

- hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- severely reduced gastric juice production
- liver damage
- gallstone disease
- bile duct inflammation
- bile duct diseases

Which age group should be considered?
- Children under 12 years of age: The medicine should not normally be used in this age group.

What about pregnancy and lactation?
- Pregnancy: According to current knowledge, the drug should not be used.
- Breast-feeding: According to current knowledge, it is not recommended to use it. You may be to consider a weaning.

If you have been prescribed the drug despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit can be higher than the risk that the use entails in the event of a contraindication.

What adverse effects may occur?

- Stomach problems

If you notice any changes in your condition or changes during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

For the information at this point, side effects are primarily taken into account that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.

Storage

The medicinal product must be stored away from heat.

What should you consider?
- Beware of allergies to spices such as anise, mugwort, dill, fennel, carrot, coriander, cumin, paprika, parsley, celery and tomato!
- Be careful if you are allergic to dyes (e.g. quinoline yellow with the E number E 104)!
- Be careful if you have an intolerance to fructose (fruit sugar). If you have to follow a diabetic diet, you should consider the sugar content.
- There may be medicines with which interactions occur. You should therefore generally tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicine you are already using before starting treatment with a new medicine. This also applies to medicines that you buy yourself, use only occasionally or have been using for some time.

How do the ingredients of the drug work?

The drug consists of an active ingredient combination of peppermint and caraway and acts as a natural mixture. Peppermint preparations relieve cramps in the gastrointestinal tract, have a flatulent effect and stimulate bile flow and appetite. They inhibit the growth of germs. Cumin oil inhibits the growth of bacteria, viruses and fungi. It relieves spasms in the airways and gastrointestinal tract. This also explains its good flatulence properties.

What is included in medicines?

Manufacturer: Dr. Willmar Schwabe GmbH & Co.KG