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Capsules with anise oil dr. Theiss
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Capsules with anise oil dr. Theiss - a substance used in colds and coughs.
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Indications Capsule with anise oil dr. Theiss
It is used for colds when the upper region of the respiratory system is affected (viscous sputum and cough are noted against the background of the disease).
Release form
The release of therapeutic drug is produced in capsules (10 pieces inside the cell packaging). In a pack - 2, 3 or 5 such packages.
Pharmacodynamics
Anise essential oil has antispasmodic, expectorant and antibacterial properties.
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Dosing and administration
Adolescents older than 12 years old and adults orally use the 1-well capsule of the drug 3 times a day after eating the food (you can not chew it, you should swallow it and drink it with water (recommended 1 glass)).
The duration of the treatment cycle is selected by the doctor, taking into account the type of the disease and its nature. It is not recommended to use capsules continuously for more than 14 days.
If there is no result during the first 3 days of therapy using Dr. Theiss, or when headaches, dyspnea, fever, bloody or pussy sputum, and nasal secretions occur, you should immediately seek medical help.
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Use Capsule with anise oil dr. Theiss during pregnancy
Anethol with anise are often used as flavoring agents, and in these cases there is no data on the risk of their use in breastfeeding or pregnancy.
But there is no information supported by tests regarding the use of this drug in the above periods, which is why it cannot be prescribed to these categories of patients.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated in cases of severe hypersensitivity to badian oil, anise oil, or other plants that are part of the umbrella family, and in addition, with respect to anethole or other medicinal elements.
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Side effects Capsule with anise oil dr. Theiss
Individual intolerance regarding the medication can provoke the appearance of allergy symptoms, including hyperemia, epidermal swelling or rash, bronchospasm or itching. Sometimes there are disorders in the gastrointestinal tract.
With the development of the first symptoms of intolerance from the epidermis and respiratory ducts, it is necessary to immediately discontinue the use of medication.
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Overdose
The use of excessively large portions of the drug can potentiate the severity of its negative symptoms.
Consumption of 1-5 ml of anise oil (similar to approximately 50-100 capsules of drugs) can lead to vomiting, pulmonary swelling, cramps and nausea.
If the recommended dosage has been significantly exceeded, in addition to negative symptoms, potentiation of stomach pain, diarrhea and nausea can occur. In such situations, the help of a medic is required.
Shelf life
Capsules with anise oil, etc. Thess can be used within a 36-month period from the time the drug is manufactured.
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Application for children
It is forbidden to prescribe in pediatrics (under 12 years of age), because the medicine contains estragol.
Analogs
Analogue of drugs is the drug Gadeliks Evkaps.
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Capsules with anise oil dr. Theiss" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.