To relieve the symptoms of rheumatism
Hox alpha is used to support the treatment of rheumatic complaints as well as muscle and joint pain. The herbal medicine contains a dry extract of nettle leaves.
- Rheumatic complaints, supportive treatment
Consult your doctor if additional symptoms such as redness, swelling or overheating of the joints occur.
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?
The duration of use depends on the type of symptoms and/or the course of the disease. If the symptoms persist, you should see your doctor.
overdose?
An overdose can cause gastrointestinal problems, among other things. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor immediately.
Forgot to take?
Continue taking it as normal (i.e. not double the amount) at the next prescribed time.
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.
dosage
| group of people | single dose | total dose | time |
| Adolescents from 12 years and adults | 1 capsule | 3 times a day | after the meal |
What speaks against an application?
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- Severe heart disease
- Severe kidney disease
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?
- Gastrointestinal complaints, such as:
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Hypersensitivity reactions of the skin, such as:
- Itching
- Skin rash
- Hives
If you notice any discomfort 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 drug must
be - stored away from heat
- stored away from moisture (e.g. in a tightly closed container)
- stored in the dark (e.g. in the outer carton)
What should you consider?
- Be careful if you are allergic to ascorbic acid (vitamin C)!
- Be careful if you are allergic to dyes (e.g. quinoline yellow with the E number E 104)!
- Beware of allergies to dyes (e.g. indigo carmine with the E number E 132)!
How does the ingredient of the medicine work?
The ingredients come from the nettle plant and act as a natural mixture. About the plant itself:
- Appearance: herbaceous plant up to 1.5 m tall with pointed, dark green leaves; pronounced network nerves; Stinging hairs on the stem and underside of the leaf
- Occurrence: Europe and Asia
- Main ingredients: fatty acids, silicic acid, phytosterols, tannins
- Plant parts and preparations used: extracts and tinctures from leaves, roots and herbs.
The tannins and fatty acids contained in nettle inhibit inflammation and relieve pain. It has a slightly diuretic effect and is therefore used against semolina in the urinary tract.
What is included in medicines?
| The amounts given are based on 1 capsule. |
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| Active ingredient Dry extract of stinging nettle leaves | 145mg |
| Excipient quinoline yellow | + |
| excipient gelatine | + |
| Excipient Silicon dioxide, colloidal | + |
| Excipient hypromellose | + |
| Excipient indigo carmine | + |
| Excipient macrogol 4000 | + |
| Excipient magnesium stearate (vegetable) | + |
| Excipient cellulose, microcrystalline | + |
| Excipient sodium dodecyl sulfate | + |
| excipient povidone | + |
| Additive silicon dioxide hydrate | + |
| Additive talc | + |
| Additive titanium dioxide | + |
| Excipient water, purified | + |
