Kytta med rheumatic ointment Tb 100 g

Herbal medicinal product

What is Kytta med rheumatic ointment and when is it used?

Kytta med rheumatic ointment contains an extract from the fresh roots of Symphytum officinale (commonwort) produced using a special process. Kytta med rheumatism ointment has a decongestant, pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effect. Kytta med rheumatism ointment is not greasy or greasy and can therefore be easily washed off. Kytta med rheumatoid ointment is applied externally to support the treatment of degenerative rheumatoid diseases (e.g. knee arthrosis), muscle, joint and nerve pain, as well as blunt, bloodless injuries such as bruises, strains and sprains. Also for tendonitis and if the doctor recommends it, also for the aftercare of broken bones and dislocations.

When should Kytta med rheumatic ointment not be used or only with caution?

Kytta med rheumatic ointment should not be used if there is a known hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients (see composition) and if infants under 3 years of age. Do not use if you are prone to allergies. Kytta med rheumatic ointment must not be used on open wounds or mucous membranes. The eye, nose and mouth regions should be avoided from treatment with Kytta med rheumatic ointment. Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (even those you bought yourself) or using them externally!

Can Kytta med rheumatism ointment be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child if used as directed. However, systematic scientific investigations have never been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use Kytta med rheumatism ointment?

Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, apply a thin layer of Kytta med rheumatism ointment up to 5 times a day and massage in carefully. (Apply an ointment bandage in severe cases.) In children between the ages of 3 and 12, the treatment should not exceed one week. Follow 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.

What side effects can Kytta med rheumatic ointment have?

Rarely allergic local skin reactions (skin itching, skin reddening, contact dermatitis, eczema, burning skin). Very rarely systemic hypersensitivity reactions e.g. generalized skin reactions. In such cases, the treatment should be interrupted and a doctor should be consulted. If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor or pharmacist.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container. Kytta med rheumatic ointment should be kept out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature (15-25°C). Shelf life after opening: 12 months. Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information.

What does Kytta med rheumatism ointment contain?

1 g ointment contains: 350 mg liquid comfrey extract from fresh roots, drug-extract ratio 1:2, extraction agent: ethanol 52% (m/m). This preparation also contains auxiliary substances and flavorings, vanillin, lauryl sulfate, preservatives E214, E216, E218, butyl/isobutyl parahydroxybenzoate, phenoxyethanol.

Approval number

59052 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Kytta med rheumatic ointment? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription. Packs of 50g and 100g.

Marketing Authorization Holder

Procter & Gamble International Operations SA, Lancy

Manufacturer

P&G Health Austria GmbH & Co. OG, Spittal, Austria This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in November 2014.