Combudoron Gel Tb 25g

Anthroposophic medicinal product

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When is Combudoron Gel used?

According to anthroposophical knowledge of man and nature, Combudoron Gel can be used to treat small, minor burns (first degree), sunburn and insect bites.

Extracts of the small stinging nettle (Urtica urens) and arnica form the active ingredients of Combudorone Gel. The fat-free gel exerts an immediate cooling effect, relieves pain and forms a moisture-permeable protective film over the skin wound. It has an anti-inflammatory effect, stimulates blood circulation and promotes wound healing.

In the case of small burns, Combudoron Gel reduces the secretion of wound secretions and counteracts the formation of blisters and scars.

What should you bear in mind?

Large-area burns must be treated immediately by a doctor.

If your doctor has prescribed other medicines for you, ask your doctor Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether Combudoron Gel can be used at the same time.

When should Combudoron Gel not be used or only with caution?

Combudoron Gel should not be used if you are known to be hypersensitive to asteraceae (e.g. Arnica, Calendula).

If your general condition deteriorates (e.g. fever), you must consult a doctor immediately. The same applies if local deterioration occurs or there is no improvement.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

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

How do you use Combudoron Gel?

Unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor, apply Combudoron Gel to the affected areas of the skin several times a day. Avoid contact with eyes.Observe the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If the desired improvement does not occur when treating a small child/child, they should see a doctor.If you think the drug is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Combudoron Gel have?

In rare cases, allergic skin reactions can occur. Then Combudoron Gel should no longer be used.

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?

Combudoron Gel must not be used for longer than 6 months after opening.

Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.

Protect from moisture and do not store above 30 °C.

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

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information.

What does Combudoron Gel contain?

1 g of gel contains: ethanolic extract from 47.5 mg of fresh herbs nettle and 2.5 mg whole fresh arnica plant.Excipients: purified water, alcohol, glycerin, xanthan gum (natural bulking agent).

Authorization number

49980 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Combudoron Gel? Which packs are available?

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

Tubes of 25 g.

Authorization holder

Weleda AG, Arlesheim, Switzerland.

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in November 2003.

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