Agiolax mite without Senna Gran Ds 250 g

What is Agiolax mite and when is it used?

Agiolax mite is a vegetable swelling agent and lubricant made from psyllium and psyllium husk (Plantago ovata seeds and seed husks).

Agiolax mite is used to gently stimulate intestinal activity in irritable colon, diverticulosis; constipation during pregnancy and childbirth; diet, fasting, bed rest and convalescence; for gentle defecation in hemorrhoids, anal fissures; chronic constipation. Agiolax mite increases the volume of the stool in the intestine. The ingredients of the granules swell to a multiple of their volume when they absorb water. This stimulates intestinal activity and creates smooth, soft intestinal contents.

What should you bear in mind?

Make sure you drink enough fluids!If other medicines are administered at the same time, absorption may be delayed. Therefore, before using Agiolax mite, there should be a gap of half an hour to an hour after taking other medicines.This medicine contains 0.9 g of usable carbohydrates per 5 g of granules, approx. 1 teaspoon. If you suffer from constipation, you should

• eat fiber-rich food (vegetables, fruit, wholemeal bread),intake plenty of fluids and drink regularly andpay attention to physical activity (sport)!

When should Agiolax mite not be taken or only with caution?

Agiolax mite should not be taken if you have intestinal obstruction (ileus, pathological narrowing of the gastrointestinal tract, diaphragmatic hernia (hiatus hernia), abdominal pain of unknown cause, difficult to control diabetes (diabetes mellitus).

Children under the age of 6 must not take Agiolax mite.

Swelling agents and agents that inhibit intestinal movement against diarrhea, e.g. diphenoxylate, diphenoxine, loperamide hydrochloride and opiates must not be administered at the same time (risk of intestinal obstruction). If you suffer from chronic constipation, it is advisable to see a doctor.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

• suffer from other diseases,have allergies ortake other medicines (even those you bought yourself!)!

There rf Agiolax mite can be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Agiolax mite can be taken during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

How do you use Agiolax mite?Adults

In the evening after eating (at least 1 hour before going to bed) 2 teaspoons and, if necessary, an additional 1 to 2 teaspoons before or with breakfast.

Children from 6 years and adolescents

Take half the dose.

Granulate whole with plenty of liquid (min. 150 ml, i.e. a large glass) (water, tea, coffee, milk, fruit juice). The granules can also be taken mixed with yoghurt. In addition, plenty of fluids should be drunk.Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.The use and safety of Agiolax mite in children under the age of 6 have not yet been tested.

What side effects can Agiolax mite have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Agiolax mite:Sometimes Flatulence and a feeling of fullness may occur during the first few days of treatment. These complaints sound but in the course of whitefurther use.In rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions (reddening of the skin, itching, eczema) may occur. In this case, a doctor must be informed immediately.If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be taken into account?

In the case of chronic constipation, it is advisable to consult a doctor who may be able to carry out a causal treatment.The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Storage instructions

At room temperature (15-25°C)

Keep the container tightly closed.

Keep medicines out of the reach of children.

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

What does Agiolax mite contain?

5 g granules (approx. 1 teaspoon) contain:

Active ingredients

Indian psyllium (Plantaginis ovatae semen) 3.25 g,

Indian psyllium husks (Plantaginis ovatae semenis tegumentum) 0 .11 g.

Excipients

This preparation also contains auxiliaries and flavorings (caraway, sage, peppermint oil).

5 g granules (approx. 1 teaspoon) contain 0.9 g sucrose

Approval number

42933 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Agiolax mite? Which packs are available?

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

In packs of 250 g, 400 g and 1000 g granules.

Authorization holder

MEDA Pharma GmbH, 8602 Wangen-Brüttisellen.

This package leaflet was last published in May 2006 by the drug authority (Swissmedic ).[Agiolax mite 201 D]