Natucor 450 mg film-coated tablets, 50 pcs

Area of application

This herbal medicine is used for heart diseases.It is intended for use when the heart's performance declines, corresponding to stage II according to the classification of the New York Heart Association (NYHA).

Active ingredients and ingredients

Each film-coated tablet contains 450 mg dry extract of hawthorn leaves and flowers.The extract is prepared with ethanol 45% (v/v).In addition, the preparation contains the following excipients: cellulose powder, croscarmellose sodium, iron (III) oxide, Eudragit E 100, glucose, lactose monohydrate, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, highly disperse silicon dioxide, talc, titanium dioxide and sodium ions.

Contraindications

This medicine must not be taken if you are allergic to dry extract of hawthorn leaves with flowers or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Dosage

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.If you are unsure, please ask your doctor or pharmacist.

The usual dose for adults and adolescents aged 12 and over is 1 film-coated tablet twice a day.The recommended duration of use is between 6 weeks and 6 months.The treating doctor should then determine the further duration of use.

No prescription is required for this product.

If you take more than you should, continue taking it as directed.In the event of a significant overdose, side effects may increase.In this case, you should consult a doctor.

If you forget to take a dose, do not take a double dose but continue taking it as prescribed.

Interrupting or prematurely ending treatment is usually harmless.If you have any questions, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Intake

The film-coated tablets are intended to be taken orally.Take the tablet whole with sufficient liquid, preferably a glass of drinking water.Avoid taking while lying down.

Patient information

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking the medicine if symptoms persist for more than six weeks or if water accumulates in the legs.If you have pain in the heart area that can radiate to the arms, upper abdomen or neck area, or if you have difficulty breathing, immediate medical attention is required.

There are no sufficient studies on the use of this medicine in children under 12 years of age.It should therefore not be taken by children under 12 years of age.

No special precautions are required when driving or using machines.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

The widespread use of hawthorn as a medicine has not yet resulted in any evidence of risks during pregnancy and breastfeeding.However, there are no results from experimental studies.The medicine should therefore not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Notes

If the symptoms persist for more than six weeks or if water accumulates in the legs, you should consult your doctor.If you have pain in the heart area that can radiate to the arms, upper abdomen or neck area, or if you have shortness of breath, a medical evaluation is essential.