Pursana fig syrup with sorbitol 200 ml

What is Pursana and when is it used?

Pursana is an osmotic laxative and contains a combination of sorbitol and aqueous fig extract.

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol, only a small part of which is absorbed by the body. The sorbitol that remains in the intestines retains water, thereby softening the stool and making it easier to defecate. The mucilage, fructose and fruit acids contained in the fig extract support this effect.Pursana is suitable for regulating stool if you have a tendency to constipation, as well as for constipation caused by a change in lifestyle or eating habits (e.g. bed rest or travelling) or for illnesses where easy bowel movements are desired (e.g. haemorrhoids).

What should you bear in mind?

If you suffer from constipation , you should eat high-fiber food (vegetables, fruit, whole-grain bread), if possible, and take in plenty of fluids and exercise regularly (sports)!

This medicine contains 18-23 g of usable carbohydrates per single dose (30 ml).

When should Pursana not be taken?

Pursana should not be taken in the case of inflammatory bowel diseases and bowel obstruction. Also not for abdominal pain of unknown origin, bloody stool or if you have an artificial anus. It must not be used in children under the age of six.

Since sorbitol is partially converted into fructose in the body, Pursana must not be taken if there is a known fructose intolerance.

When is caution required when using Pursana?

Chronic use/abuse or use of higher than recommended doses can cause diarrhea with water loss and disturbances in salt balance (especially potassium loss). Therefore, special caution is required in patients who are also taking certain water-repellent drugs (diuretics), drugs containing liquorice root, corticosteroids, certain antihistamines (such as terfenadine), drugs for heart muscle weakness (cardiac glycosides such as digoxin) and certain drugs for cardiac arrhythmias (antiarrhythmics).

Sorbitol can affect the availability of other drugs in the bloodstream when taken at the same time.

As with all laxatives, there is an uninterrupted e to avoid long-term use without medical advice.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist or your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

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

You can take Pursana during pregnancy or while breastfeeding be taken?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as intended. 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 Pursana?

Adults and adolescents from the age of 12 take 30 ml in the morning or evening with the measuring cup provided, children from 6 to 12 years of age 15 ml. Pursana should be taken with enough liquid (1?2 glasses per dose).You can take up to a maximum of 30 ml per day; if diarrhea occurs, reduce the indicated dose.Observe the dosage indicated 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. Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Pursana have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Pursana:Occasionally and mainly at the beginning of treatment, the preparation can cause flatulence or abdominal cramps. Diarrhea indicates an overdose. In this case, the dose should be reduced.

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?

The medicine may only be used up to the date marked "EXP" on the container.

Store at room temperature (15-25 °C) in the original packaging. Can be kept for 2 months after opening.

The medicine should be kept 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 Pursana contain?

Per 30 ml Pursana contains 21 g sorbitol and aqueous liquid extract from 5 g figs (ratio of drug to extractant: 1: 2.4-2.9). This preparation also contains additives, including the preservative potassium sorbate (E 202) and caramel color (E 150) as a coloring agent.

Authorization number

54285 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Pursana? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription, in bottles of 200 ml.

Authorization holder

Max Zeller Söhne AG, CH-8590 Romanshorn.

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in August 2017.