Lecicarbon Supp child 10 pcs

What is Lecicarbon and when is it used?

Lecicarbon is a carbon dioxide-based laxative. Lecicarbon suppositories eliminate constipation by supplying carbon dioxide that is slowly evolved from the suppositories after insertion. The carbon dioxide activates reflectorly the peristalsis and usually triggers the emptying reflex in the rectum within 15-20 minutes.

lecicarbon is used at short notice.

When may not be used lecicarbon? Ulcerosa, and this preparation must not be used for extended colon diseases (e.g. megacolone). Patients with diseases in the anal and rectal area (e.g. haemorrhoids, fissures) must not use Lecicarbon

When is caution required when using Lecicarbon?

If you have had problems with bowel movements for a long time, you should consult your doctor.Lecicarbon contains soy lecithin, which can rarely trigger allergic reactions. Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

• suffer from other diseases, if youhave allergies ortake other medicines (including those you bought yourself)!

Can Lecicarbon be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant or want to become pregnant or are breastfeeding, you should only use Lecicarbon after consulting your doctor or nurse .use with the doctor.

How do you use Lecicarbon?

Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, insert a suppository as deeply as possible into the intestine about 30 minutes before you want to empty it. Moistening the suppository with water makes it easier to insert and accelerates the effect, especially in the elderly. An occasional urge to defecate immediately after insertion should be restrained to prevent the suppository from being expelled again before it has had its full effect. If there is no success after 30 minutes in particularly stubborn cases of constipation, a second suppository can be safely inserted. To prevent children from squeezing out the suppository, it is advisable to gently press both buttocks together for a while after insertion.Observe the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. or with your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Lecicarbon have?

Lecicarbon can lead to allergic reactions (contains soy lecithin) and local «burning» immediately after use. If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

Lecicarbon children's suppositories are intended for children from the age of 12 months.The medication may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Storage instructions

The Suppositories should be protected from moisture.

Store the medicine at room temperature (15 to 25°C) and out of the reach of children.

Further information

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed technical information.

What does Lecicarbon contain?

1 suppository contains

active ingredients

Excipients

Adeps solidus, lecithinum ex soja, silica colloidalis anhydrica

Authorization number

21'109 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Lecicarbon? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Lecicarbon packs are available for adults with 10 and 100 suppositories and for children with 10 suppositories.

Authorization holder

athenstaedt AG, Ingenbohl, address: CH-6440 Brunnen

This leaflet was published on August 2nd 009 last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic).