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ECHINAMED TABLETS

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How to use ECHINAMED TABLETS

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Introducción

Prospecto: información para el usuario

EchinaMed comprimidos

Lea todo el prospecto detenidamente porque tiene información importante para Ud.

Este medicamento puede obtenerse sin receta, para el tratamiento de afecciones menores

sin intervención de un médico. No obstante, para obtener los mejores resultados debe

utilizarse con cuidado.

  • Conserve este prospecto, ya que puede tener que volver a leerlo
  • Si necesita consejo o más información, consulte a su farmacéutico.
  • Si los síntomas empeoran o persisten después de diez días, debe consultar al

médico.

  • Si considera que alguno de los efectos adversos que sufre es grave o si aprecia

cualquier efecto adverso no mencionado en este prospecto, informe a su médico

farmacéutico.

Contenido del prospecto

  1. Qué es EchinaMed y para qué se utiliza
  2. Antes de tomar EchinaMed
  3. Cómo tomar EchinaMed
  4. Posibles efectos adversos
  5. Conservación de EchinaMed
  6. Información adicional

1. Qué es EchinaMed y para qué se utiliza

Está indicado en el tratamiento del resfriado común.

EchinaMed pertenece a un grupo de medicamentos denominados

Inmunoestimulantes de origen vegetal. Actúa estimulando las defensas del

organismo.

Doctor consultation

Not sure if this medicine is right for you?

Discuss your symptoms and treatment with a doctor online.

2. Antes de tomar EchinaMed

No tome EchinaMedsi usted:

?Es alérgico a las plantas de la familia de las Asteraceae (Compuestas) o a alguno

de los componentes del producto.

?Tiene tuberculosis.

?Tiene tendencia a tener alergias con síntomas de urticaria, eczema o asma.

?Padece una enfermedad autoinmune.

?Sufre condiciones que reducen su resistencia a una infección (ejemplo SIDA)

?Está sometido a un tratamiento con inmunosupresores ( ej. tratamiento para

evitar el rechazo de un órgano después de un transplante)

?Está recibiendo un tratamiento que reduce su respuesta a infecciones (ej.

quimioterapia o radioterapia para el tratamiento del cáncer)

?Sufre enfermedades que se caracterizan por un bajo recuento de glóbulos

blancos tales como agranulocitosis.

No se debe administrar a niños menores de 1 año.

Tenga especial cuidado con EchinaMed

Si durante el uso del medicamento, los síntomas empeoran o hay fiebre alta, se debe

consultar a un médico o a un farmacéutico.

Existe un posible riesgo de reacción anafiláctica en pacientes atópicos. Deberán consultar a su médico antes de tomar este medicamento.

No se recomienda su administración a niños menores de 12 años ya que su eficacia

no está suficientemente probada.

Este medicamento contiene sacarosa. Los pacientes con intolerancia hereditaria conocida a la fructosa, malabsorción de glucosa o galactosa, o deficiencia de sacarasa-isomaltasa no deben tomar este medicamento.

Este medicamento contiene sorbitol. Los pacientes con problemas hereditarios de intolerancia a la fructosa, no deben tomareste medicamento.

Embarazo y Lactancia

No se han realizado estudios durante el embarazo o el periodo de lactancia con este

medicamento, por lo que no se recomienda su administración, salvo mejor criterio

médico.

IMPORTANTE PARA LA MUJER

Si usted está embarazada o cree que pudiera estarlo, consulte a su médico antes de

tomar este medicamento. El consumo de medicamentos durante el embarazo puede

ser peligroso para el embrión o el feto y debe ser vigilado por su médico.

Conducción y uso de máquinas:

No se han llevado a cabo estudios del efecto de EchinaMed sobre la capacidad para

conducir vehículos y utilizar maquinaria, sin embargo en base a su actividad, es

poco probable que se vea alterada.

Toma de otros medicamentos:

No existe evidencia de que los extractos de Echinacea purpureainteraccionen con

otros medicamentos, sin embargo, debido a su actividad, no se recomienda tomar

este medicamento junto a inmunosupresores tales como ciclosporina y metotrexato

Informe a su médico o farmacéutico si está tomando o ha tomado recientemente

cualquier otro medicamento, incluso los adquiridos sin receta médica.

3. Cómo tomar EchinaMed

Siga estas instrucciones a menos que su médico le haya dado otras indicaciones distintas. Recuerde tomar su medicamento.

EchinaMed es un medicamento que se administra por vía oral.

La dosis diaria recomendada para adultos, ancianos y niños mayores de 12

años es de 1 comprimido 3 veces al día.

Los comprimidos se deben tomar con agua antes de las principales comidas o también se pueden disolver en la boca.

Comenzar el tratamiento al primer síntoma del resfriado. No tomar este medicamento durante más de 10 días.

Si estima que la acción de este medicamento es demasiado fuerte o débil, comuníqueselo a su médico o farmacéutico.

Si usted toma más EchinaMed de lo que debiera:

En caso de sobredosis o ingestión accidental, acuda a un centro médico o consulte al

Servicio de información Toxicológica, teléfono 91 562 0420, indicando el medicamento y la cantidad ingerida.

Si olvidó tomar EchinaMed:

No tome una dosis doble para compensar las dosis olvidadas.

Medicine questions

Started taking the medicine and have questions?

Discuss your symptoms and treatment with a doctor online.

4. Posibles efectos adversos

MUY IMPORTANTE, asegúrese de haber leído el apartado 2. Antes de Tomar

EchinaMed, de este prospecto, antes de leer este apartado 4.

No tome EchinaMed si usted es alérgico a las plantas de la familia de las

Asteraceae (compuestas)

Como todos los medicamentos EchinaMedpuede tener efectos adversos. Interrumpa el tratamiento y consulte a su médico si se produce alguno de los siguientes efectos:

Reacciones alérgicas tales como:

? erupción

? urticaria

? trastornos inflamatorios de la piel (Síndrome de Stevens-Johnson)

? hinchazón de la piel debido a líquido

? hinchazón de la cara (edema de Quincke)

? reducción del paso del aire a los pulmones (broncoespasmo)

? asma y reacciones alérgicas graves (shock anafiláctico)

Este medicamento puede desencadenar reacciones alérgicas en pacientes que tienen tendencia a tener alergias.

Se ha notificado la relación con enfermedades autoinmunes tales como:

? inflamación del cerebro y de la médula espinal (encefalitis diseminada)

? bultos dolorosos en la espinilla (eritema nudoso)

? disminución de las plaquetas (inmunotrombocitopenia)

? destrucción de las células sanguíneas por anticuerpos (Síndrome de Evans)

? sequedad de ojos y boca con alteración tubular renal (Síndrome de Sjögren)

Puede ocurrir leucopenia en uso a largo plazo (más de 8 semanas)

La frecuencia de estos efectos adversos es desconocida.

Si considera que alguno de los efectos que sufre es grave o si aprecia cualquier efecto adverso no mencionado en este prospecto, informe a su médico o farmacéutico.

Comunicación de efectos adversos:

Si experimenta cualquier tipo de efecto adverso, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico

o enfermero, incluso si se trata de posibles efectos adversos que no aparecen en este prospecto. También puede comunicarlos directamente a través del Sistema Español de

Farmacovigilancia de medicamentos de Uso Humano: https://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 EchinaMed

Este medicamento no requiere condiciones especiales de conservación.

Se debe almacenar en el embalaje original.

Mantener fuera del alcance y la vista de los niños.

No utilice EchinaMeddespués de la fecha de caducidad indicada en el envase.

Los medicamentos no se deben tirar por los desagües ni a la basura. Pregunte a su farmacéutico cómo deshacerse de los envases y de los medicamentos que no necesita.

De esta forma ayudará a proteger al medio ambiente.

6. Información Adicional

Un comprimido de EchinaMed contiene como principios activos:

  • 17.7 mg de extracto seco de la parte aérea fresca de Echinacea purpureaequivalente a 1140 mg de extracto hidroetanólico.
  • 0.9 mg de extracto seco de la raíz fresca de Echinacea purpureaequivalente a 60 mg de extracto hidroetanólico.

Solvente de extracción: etanol al 57.3%(m/m)

Los demás componentes son excipientes:

Manitol (E 421)

Triglicéridos de cadena media

Sucroésteres de ácidos grasos (E 473)

Sorbitol (E 420)

Croscarmelosa sódica

Estearato magnésico (de origen vegetal)

Tamaño del envase

Envase conteniendo 30 comprimidos.

Titular

Bioforce España A.Vogel, S.A.

Platón 6,

08021-Barcelona

España

Tel 93 201 99 22

Fax 93 209 03 19

Responsable de la fabricación

  • VOGEL B.V.

J.P.Broekhovenstraat 16, Elburg

Países Bajos

Este prospecto ha sido aprobado en: Julio 2023

La información detallada y actualizada 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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Tarek Agami

General medicine 11 years exp.

Dr. Tarek Agami is a general practitioner registered in both Portugal and Israel, with broad experience in family and preventive medicine. He offers online consultations for adults and children, providing personalised support for primary care needs, chronic disease management, and everyday health concerns.

Dr. Agami received clinical training and worked in leading medical institutions in Israel (Kaplan Medical Center, Barzilai Medical Center, Wolfson Medical Center) and Portugal (European Healthcare City, Viscura Internacional, Hospital Dr. José Maria Grande, Hospital Vila Franca de Xira). His approach combines international medical standards with individualised attention to each patient.

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Dr. Agami provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (such as Ozempic or Mounjaro) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Portugal and Israel.

Dr. Agami is committed to evidence-based, patient-centred care, ensuring that each person receives trusted medical support tailored to their health goals.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

Family medicine 18 years exp.

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

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Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.

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Anastasiia Hladkykh

Psychiatry 15 years exp.

Dr Anastasiia Hladkykh is a physician-psychotherapist and psychologist with over 14 years of experience working with individuals struggling with various types of addictions and their families. She provides online consultations for adults, combining medical knowledge with deep psychological support and practical tools.

Key areas of expertise:

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Anastasiia Shalko

Family medicine 13 years exp.

Dr. Anastasiia Shalko is a general practitioner with a background in both paediatrics and general medicine. She graduated from Bogomolets National Medical University in Kyiv and completed her paediatric internship at the P.L. Shupyk National Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education. After working as a paediatrician in Kyiv, she relocated to Spain, where she has been practising general medicine since 2015, providing care for both adults and children.

Her work focuses on urgent, short-term medical concerns – situations where patients need quick guidance, symptom assessment and clear next steps. She helps people understand whether their symptoms require in-person evaluation, home management or a change in treatment. Common reasons for booking an online consultation include:

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Dermatology 21 years exp.

Dr Tomasz Grzelewski is an MD, PhD specialist in allergy, paediatrics, general practice and sports medicine, with a clinical focus on dermatology, endocrinology, allergology and sports-related health. He has more than 20 years of clinical experience and completed his medical training at the Medical University of Łódź, where he defended his PhD thesis with distinction. His doctoral research was recognised by the Polish Society of Allergology for its innovative contribution to the field. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of allergic and paediatric conditions, including modern allergen desensitisation techniques.

For five years, Dr Grzelewski served as the Head of two paediatric departments in Poland, managing complex clinical cases and leading multidisciplinary teams. He also worked in medical centres in the United Kingdom, gaining experience across both primary care and specialist environments. With over a decade of telemedicine experience, he has provided online consultations across Europe and is valued for his clear, structured and evidence-based medical guidance.

Dr Grzelewski is actively involved in clinical programmes focused on modern anti-allergic therapies. As a Principal Investigator, he leads research projects on sublingual and oral allergen desensitisation, supporting evidence-based progress in allergy treatment for both children and adults.

In addition to his background in allergology and paediatrics, he completed dermatology studies through the Cambridge Education Group (Royal College of Physicians of Ireland) and a Clinical Endocrinology course at Harvard Medical School. This advanced training enhances his ability to manage skin manifestations of allergies, atopic conditions, urticaria, endocrine-related symptoms and complex immunological reactions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for ECHINAMED TABLETS?
ECHINAMED TABLETS does not require a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
Who manufactures ECHINAMED TABLETS?
ECHINAMED TABLETS is manufactured by Bioforce Espana A Vogel S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Which doctors can assess the use of ECHINAMED TABLETS 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 ECHINAMED TABLETS 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 ECHINAMED TABLETS?
Other medicines with the same active substance () include BEROMUN 1 mg POWDER FOR SOLUTION FOR INFUSION, CEPLENE 0.5 mg/0.5 ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION, COPAXONE 20 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION IN PRE-FILLED SYRINGE. 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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