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APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS

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How to use APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS

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Introducción

Prospecto: información para el usuario

Apulco Acometh 0,3%/0,3%/0,3% gas comprimido medicinal

Monóxido de carbono (CO), metano (CH4) y acetileno (C2H2).

Lea todo el prospecto detenidamente antes de empezar a usar este medicamento, porque contiene información importante para usted.

  • Conserve este prospecto, ya que puede tener que volver a leerlo.Si tiene alguna duda, consulte a su médico.
  • Este medicamento se le ha recetado solamente a usted,y no debe dárselo a otras personas aunque tengan los mismos síntomas que usted, ya que puede perjudicarles.
  • Si experimenta efectos adversos, consulte a su médico, incluso si se trata de efectos adversos que no aparecen en este prospecto. Ver sección 4.

Contenido del prospecto

  1. Qué es Apulco Acometh y para qué se utiliza
  2. Qué necesita saber antes de empezar a usar Apulco Acometh
  3. Cómo usar Apulco Acometh
  4. Posibles efectos adversos
  5. Conservación de Apulco Acometh
  6. Contenido del envase e información adicional

1. Qué es Apulco Acometh y para qué se utiliza

Apulco Acometh es un gas medicinal que únicamente se utiliza para fines diagnósticos. Se administra durante las pruebas de la función pulmonar y se utiliza, principalmente, para medir la capacidad de los pulmones de absorber el gas inhalado en el flujo sanguíneo, y también se puede utilizar para medir el volumen pulmonar y el flujo sanguíneo pulmonar.

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2. Qué necesita saber antes de empezar a usar Apulco Acometh

No use Apulco Acometh:

  • A no ser que su médico le pida que se someta a pruebas de la función pulmonar.

Advertencias y precauciones

Consulte a su médico antes de empezar a usar Apulco Acometh para pruebas de la función pulmonar.

Uso de Apulco Acomethcon otros medicamentos

Comunique a su médico si está utilizando, ha utilizado recientemente o podría tener que utilizar cualquier otro medicamento.

Uso de Apulco Acometh con alimentos, bebidas y alcohol

Al utilizar Apulco Acometh, no debería encontrarse en un estado que le impidiera realizar correctamente la prueba de función pulmonar según las instrucciones de su médico o del personal médico que le atiende.

Embarazo, lactancia y fertilidad

Si está embarazada o en periodo de lactancia, cree que podría estar embarazada o tiene intención de quedarse embarazada, consulte a su médico antes de inhalar Apulco Acometh.

Conducción y uso de máquinas

El hecho de usar Apulco Acometh durante las pruebas de función pulmonar no debería influir en la capacidad para conducir y utilizar máquinas.

3. Cómo usar Apulco Acometh

Inhale Apulco Acometh únicamente durante las pruebas diagnósticas de la función pulmonar y exactamente como su médico o el personal médico que le atiende le han indicado. En caso de duda, consulte de nuevo a su médico.

Solo su médico o el personal médico que le atiende deben decidir la duración de la prueba diagnóstica de la función pulmonar y la frecuencia de repetición de la prueba.

Medicine questions

Started taking the medicine and have questions?

Discuss your symptoms and treatment with a doctor online.

4. Posibles efectos adversos

Durante la inhalación de Apulco Acometh en las pruebas de la función pulmonar, pueden aparecer efectos adversos como aturdimiento, dolor torácico y una sensación de desorientación, aunque es muy poco frecuente. Si mientras se utiliza el gas medicinal aparece alguno de estos síntomas, se debe dejar de inhalar de inmediato Apulco Acometh y se debe administrar tratamiento médico.

Puede que se deba extraer una muestra de sangre venosa para el análisis de gases en sangre después de la inhalación de Apulco Acometh.

Comunicación de efectos adversos

Si experimenta cualquier tipo de efecto adverso, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico, incluso si se trata de efectos adversos que no aparecen en este prospecto. También puede comunicarlos directamente a través del Sistema Español de Farmacovigilancia de Medicamentos de Uso Humano: www.notificaRAM.es. Mediante la comunicación de efectos adversos usted puede contribuir a proporcionar más información sobre la seguridad de este medicamento.

5. Conservación de Apulco Acometh

Mantener fuera de la vista y del alcance de los niños.

Las balas de gas se deben almacenar bajo techo y a resguardo de condiciones meteorológicas adversas.

No utilice este gas medicinal después de la fecha de caducidad que aparece en la etiqueta.

No tire este gas medicinal. Devuélvalo al proveedor. De esta forma, ayudará a proteger el medio ambiente.

6. Contenido del envase e información adicional

Qué contiene Apulco Acometh

Los principios activos son el monóxido de carbono y el helio.

Los demás componentes son el nitrógeno y el oxígeno.

Aspecto de Apulco Acometh y contenido del envase

Apulco Acometh es un gas inodoro e incoloro comprimido en balas de gas de aluminio.

El cuerpo de la bala de gas es de color blanco y la parte superior de la bala de gas es de color verde brillante.

Tamaños de envase en litros (200 bar): 5L, 10L, 20L y 40L.

Capacidad en litros

Presión llenado (bar)

Litros de gas

m3de gas a 1 bar y 15°C

5

200

904

0,904

10

200

1808

1,808

20

200

3615

3,615

40

200

7231

7,231

Titular de la autorización de comercialización

S.E. de Carburos Metálicos S.A.

Avda. de la Fama, 1

08940 Cornella de Llobregat

España

Responsable de fabricación

S.E. de Carburos Metálicos S.A.

Pol. Nord-Este C-35, km 59

08470 Sant Celoni

España

Este medicamento está autorizado en los Estados miembros del Espacio Económico Europeo con los siguientes nombres:

Holanda: Apulco Acometh.

Alemania: Apulco Acometh.

España: Apulco Acometh.

Portugal: Apulco Acometh.

Fecha de la última revisión de este prospecto: Marzo 2021

La información detallada de este medicamento está disponible en la página Web de la Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios (AEMPS) http:// www.aemps.gob.es.

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Dr Tomasz Grzelewski is known for his clear communication style, structured medical approach and ability to explain treatment options in a concise and accessible way. His multidisciplinary background across allergy, paediatrics, dermatology and endocrinology allows him to provide safe, up-to-date and comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

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Dr. Lina Travkina is a licensed family and preventive medicine doctor based in Italy. She provides online consultations for adults and children, supporting patients across all stages of care – from acute symptom management to long-term health monitoring and prevention.

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  • Preventive consultations and check-up planning.
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Dr. Travkina combines evidence-based medicine with an attentive, personalised approach. Her consultations focus not only on treatment, but also on prevention, recovery, and long-term wellbeing.

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Dr. Alina Tsurkan is a licensed family medicine physician based in Portugal, offering online consultations for adults and children. She provides professional primary care, with a focus on prevention, accurate diagnosis, and long-term management of acute and chronic conditions.

Dr. Tsurkan supports patients with a wide range of health issues, including:

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Pain: how he can help

  • Chronic pain (more than 3 months
  • Migraine and recurrent or high-intensity headaches
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  • Hypertension, diabetes and metabolic disorders
  • Review of laboratory tests and MRI/CT reports (explained in clear language)
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  • Second opinions and treatment adjustments (when clinically appropriate)

What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
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Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

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General medicine 6 years exp.

Dr. João Silva is a physician with training and experience in the field of General and Family Medicine, dedicated to providing healthcare focused on the well-being and quality of life of his patients. Throughout his professional career, he has developed broad clinical competencies, striving to maintain a medical practice based on scientific evidence and continuous knowledge updates.

Between 2013 and 2019, he completed the Integrated Master's Degree in Medicine at the Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences in Porto, where he acquired a solid academic and clinical education.

Subsequently, between January 2021 and December 2021, he completed the General Internship at the Entre Douro e Vouga Hospital Center in Santa Maria da Feira, where he had the opportunity to work in different hospital settings and deepen his competencies in several areas of medicine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS?
APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
What is the active substance in APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS?
The active ingredient in APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS is Other diagnostic agents. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
Who manufactures APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS?
APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS is manufactured by Sociedad Española De Carburos Metalicos S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Which doctors can assess the use of APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS online?
Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.
What are the alternatives to APULCO ACOMETH 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS?
Other medicines with the same active substance (Other diagnostic agents) include APULCO COHE 0.28%/9.5% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS, APULCO COHEMAX 0.28%/14% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS, ICOMAS 0.3%/0.3%/0.3% MEDICINAL COMPRESSED GAS. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
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