KOMPENSAN Tablets 340 mg, 20 pcs

Area of application

Kompensan is a gastrointestinal agent and is one of the antacids that bind stomach acid.It is used to treat symptoms of heartburn, acid-related stomach problems, and stomach and duodenal ulcers in adolescents ages 12 and older and adults.No prescription is required for this product.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Kompensan contains 340 mg carbaldrate and 300 mg aluminum sodium carbonate dihydroxide as active ingredients.Excipients include sodium alginate, magnesium stearate, sucrose, peppermint flavor, spearmint flavor and gelatin.One tablet contains about 0.636 g of sucrose, which is approximately 0.05 bread units.

Contraindications

The medicine must not be taken if you are allergic to carbaldrate, peppermint flavor or any of the other ingredients.The product should also not be used if there is significant impairment of kidney function, low phosphate levels in the blood, constipation or narrowing of the intestine.Children under 12 years of age should not take Kompensan as there is no sufficient experience in this age group.

Dosage

Adolescents 12 years and older and adults should take 1 to 2 tablets between meals, at bedtime, or as needed.The maximum daily dose is 8 tablets, although no more than 2 tablets should be taken at once.The tablets should be sucked and not swallowed.Treatment should be continued until symptoms are relieved, but not longer than 2 weeks without medical advice.

Intake

The tablets should be sucked slowly to optimize the effect.It is important to leave a two-hour gap between taking Kompensan and other medications, especially during antibiotic treatment.

Patient information

Particular caution is required in the event of kidney dysfunction and long-term use of high doses.Stomach problems that persist for a long time should be checked by a doctor.If tarry stools, blood in the stool or vomiting of blood occur, a doctor should be consulted immediately.Regular monitoring of aluminum levels is necessary in cases of chronic kidney dysfunction.

Pregnancy

During pregnancy, Kompensan should only be used for a short time to avoid exposing the child to aluminum.Breastfeeding mothers should talk to their doctor or pharmacist about whether they can continue taking the medicine.

Notes

Kompensan can mask symptoms that indicate a serious illness.If your symptoms persist for a long time, please have them checked by a doctor.Caution is advised if you are intolerance to sucrose.Drug interactions are possible, so you should inform your doctor or pharmacist about all medications you are taking.Acidic drinks and foods should not be taken at the same time as Kompensan.

Other

If you have stomach or intestinal ulcers, testing for Helicobacter pylori should be considered.Stomach problems that persist for a long time should be checked by a doctor.Long-term use of high doses and a low-phosphate diet can lead to phosphate depletion and bone softening.Regular monitoring of aluminum blood levels is necessary in cases of chronic kidney dysfunction.