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HERBION LOZENGES

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Introducción

Prospecto: información para el paciente

Herbion pastillas para chupar

extracto seco de hoja de Hedera helix (hiedra)

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

Siga exactamente las instrucciones de administración del medicamento contenidas en este prospecto o las indicadas por su médico o farmacéutico.

  • Conserve este prospecto, ya que puede tener que volver a leerlo.
  • Si necesita consejo o más información, consulte a su farmacéutico.
  • Si experimenta efectos adversos, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico, incluso si se trata de efectos adversos que no aparecen en este prospecto. Ver sección 4.
  • Debe consultar a un médico si empeora o si no mejora después de 7 días.

Contenido del prospecto

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

1. Qué es Herbion y para qué se utiliza

Herbion contiene extracto seco de hoja de hiedra.

Herbion es un medicamento a base de plantas usado como expectorante para la tos productiva en adultos, adolecentes y niños a partir de 6 años.

Doctor consultation

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2. Qué necesita saber antes de empezar a tomar Herbion

No tomeHerbion

  • Si es alérgico a extracto de hoja de hiedra (Hedera helix L.), a algún componente de la familia de las araliáceas o a alguno de los ingredientes de este medicamento (enumerados en la sección 6).

No administrar el medicamento a niños menores de 2 años de edad, ya que existe el riesgo de que se agraven los síntomas respiratorios.

Advertencias y precauciones

Consulte a su médico o farmacéutico antes de empezar a tomar Herbion:

  • Si tiene dificultad para respirar, fiebre o secreciones purulentas (con pus), consulte a su médico o farmacéutico.
  • Si los síntomas empeoran o si no mejoran tras 7 días del uso del medicamento, consulte con su médico.
  • No se recomienda el uso simultáneo con otros antitusivos (como codeína o dextrometorfano) sin consultar con su médico.
  • Si tiene problemas estomacales (gastritis, úlceras de estómago), este medicamento debe ser administrado con cuidado.
  • Si padece insuficiencia renal o insuficiencia hepática, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico antes de tomar Herbion pastillas para chupar. No existen datos para la recomendación de dosis en estos pacientes.

Niños

No está recomendado el uso de Herbion pastillas para chupar en niños de 2 a 5 años de edad pues no es posible ajustar la dosis en la formulación pastillas para chupar. En este rango de edad está recomendada una formulación en jarabe.

En niños entre 2 a 4 años de edad con tos persistente o recurrente se requiere diagnóstico médico antes de iniciar el tratamiento.

Otros medicamentos y Herbion

Informe a su médico o farmacéutico si está tomando, ha tomado recientemente o pudiera tener que tomar cualquier otro medicamento.

No se ha notificado que el extracto seco de la hoja de hiedra interaccione con otros medicamentos.

Embarazo y lactancia

Si está embarazada o en periodo de lactancia, cree que podría estar embarazada o tiene intención de quedarse embarazada, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico antes de utilizar este medicamento.

Herbion no está recomendado durante el embarazo o la lactancia debido a la falta de datos sobre el uso del extracto de hiedra en mujeres embarazadas o madres en periodo de lactancia.

Conducción y uso de máquinas

No se han realizado estudios sobre la capacidad de conducir y el uso de máquinas.

Herbion contiene isomaltosa (tipo M) (E953) y butilhidroxianisol (E320)

Este medicamento contiene isomaltosa. Si su médico le ha indicado que padece una intolerancia a ciertos azúcares, consulte con él antes de tomar este medicamento.

Este medicamento puede producir reacciones locales en la piel (como dermatitis de contacto) o irritación de los ojos y membranas mucosas porque contiene butilhidroxianisol.

3. Cómo tomar Herbion

Siga exactamente las instrucciones de administración indicadas por su médico o farmacéutico. En caso de duda consulte a su médico o farmacéutico.

La dosis habitual para adultos, pacientes de edad avanzada y adolescentes mayores de 12 años de edades de 1 pastilla para chupar, 3 veces al día.

Uso en niños

La dosis habitual para niños de 6 a 11 años de edades de 1 pastilla para chupar, 2 veces al día.

El uso de Herbion pastillas para chupar no está recomendado en niños menores de 6 años de edad.

Deshaga la pastilla en la boca. No tome las pastillas para chupar inmediatamente antes o durante las comidas.

Se recomienda beber mucha agua u otras bebidas calientes sin cafeína mientras toma Herbion.

Si los síntomas persisten más de 1 semana durante el uso de este medicamento, consulte al médico o al farmacéutico.

Si toma más Herbion del que debe

No tome más dosis que la recomendada. La toma de dosis mayores que la recomendada (más del doble de la dosis diaria) puede provocar náuseas, vómitos, diarrea y agitación. El tratamiento es sintomático.

Si ha olvidado tomar Herbion

No tome una dosis doble para compensar las dosis olvidadas.

Si tiene cualquier otra duda sobre el uso de este medicamento, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico.

Medicine questions

Started taking the medicine and have questions?

Discuss your symptoms and treatment with a doctor online.

4. Posibles efectos adversos

Al igual que todos los medicamentos, este medicamento puede producir efectos adversos, aunque no todas las personas los sufran.

Con una frecuencia no conocida (la frecuencia no puede estimarse a partir de los datos disponibles):

  • náuseas, vómitos, diarrea.
  • reacción alérgica que se manifiesta como urticaria, erupción cutánea y dificultad para respirar (disnea).
  • reacción alérgica grave (reacción anafiláctica), que puede manifestarse como hinchazón de la boca, lengua, cara y/o garganta, dificultad para respirar o tragar (opresión en el pecho o jadeos).

Si experimenta una reacción alérgica, deje de tomar el medicamento y consulte con su médico. En el caso de una reacción alérgica grave acuda a un médico de urgencias.

Comunicación de efectos adversos

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

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

No utilice este medicamento después de la fecha de caducidad que aparece en el envase después de CAD. La fecha de caducidad es el último día del mes que se indica.

No conservar a temperatura superior a 25ºC.

Conservar en el embalaje original para protegerlo de la humedad.

Los medicamentos no se deben tirar por los desagües ni a la basura. Deposite los envases y los medicamentos que no necesita en el Punto SIGRE de la farmacia. En caso de duda, pregunte a su farmacéutico cómo deshacerse de los envases y de los medicamentos que ya no necesita. De esta forma ayudará a proteger el medio ambiente.

6. Contenido del envase e información adicional

Composición de Herbion

  • El principio activo es un extracto seco de hoja de hiedra. Cada pastilla para chupar contiene 35 mg de extracto (como extracto seco) de Hedera helix L., folium (hoja de hiedra) (5–7,5:1).

Disolvente de extracción con etanol 30% (m/m).

  • Los demás componentes son: isomaltosa (tipo M) (E953), ácido cítrico, saborizante natural a caramelo (propilenglicol (E1520)), cítricos de sabor natural (butilhidroxianisol (E320)), sucralosa (E955) y aceite de menta. Ver sección 2 “Herbion contiene isomaltosa (type M) (E953) y butilhidroxianisol (E320)”.
  • Excipiente utilizado en el extracto: simeticona.

Aspecto del producto y contenido del envase

Las pastillas son de color marrón claro a marrón, redondas, con bordes biselados y superficie rugosa. Puede haber partículas de color amarillo a marrón, áreas más claras, burbujas de aire y bordes ligeramente dentados. Diámetro de las pastillas: 18,0 mm – 19,0 mm, espesor: 7,0 mm – 8,0 mm.

El medicamento se presenta acondicionado en blíster (PVC/PE/PVDC-Al), en formatos de 8, 16 y 24 pastillas para chupar.

Puede que solamente se comercialicen algunos tamaños de envase.

Titular de la autorización de comercialización y responsable de la fabricación

KRKA d.d. Novo mesto Smarjeska cesta 6 8501 Novo mesto, Eslovenia

Puede solicitar más información respecto a este medicamento dirigiéndose al representante local del titular de la autorización de comercialización:

Krka Farmacéutica, S.L., C/ Anabel Segura 10, 28108 Alcobendas, Madrid, España

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

Nombre del estado miembro

Nombre del medicamento

Eslovenia

List navadnega bršljana Krka pastile

España

Herbion pastillas para chupar

Croacia

Herbion pastile od bršljana

Portugal

Herbihelix Expetorante

Fecha de la última revisión de este prospecto:febrero 2024

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

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Discuss questions about HERBION LOZENGES, including use, safety considerations and prescription review, subject to medical assessment and local regulations.

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Sviatoslav Chekhun

Oncology 13 years exp.

Dr. Sviatoslav Chekhun is a medical oncologist with international clinical and research experience, specializing in modern medical oncology and a personalized approach to cancer treatment.

Currently (since 2025), he works as a Medical Oncologist at Institut Català d’Oncologia (Girona, Spain). Previously, he completed his residency in Medical Oncology and was involved in clinical research at Hospital Universitari Germans Trias i Pujol.

Dr. Chekhun has a strong academic and scientific background. He served as a lecturer in Internal Medicine at O.O. Bohomolets National Medical University and conducted research in experimental oncology at the R.E. Kavetsky Institute of Experimental Pathology, Oncology and Radiobiology.

Earlier in his career, he worked as a medical oncologist at the Kyiv City Clinical Oncological Center and contributed to regulatory evaluation of medicinal products at the State Expert Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine.

When to consult Dr. Chekhun:

  •  for diagnosis or clarification of a cancer diagnosis
  •  to obtain a second opinion on an existing treatment plan 
  •  when you need a personalized treatment strategy 
  •  for interpretation of test results, CT, MRI, PET-CT, and biopsies 
  •  when choosing between treatment options (chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy) 
  •  in case of doubts about treatment strategy or disease progression 

Consultation format

Dr. Chekhun provides online consultations, where you can receive:

  •  expert second opinion 
  •  detailed case review 
  •  recommendations based on current international treatment guidelines 
  •  personalized treatment and follow-up plan 

Important:
Prescription and monitoring of medications must be carried out by your treating physician in an in-person (offline) setting. An online consultation does not replace a face-to-face visit but helps you make more informed decisions about your treatment.

Dr. Sviatoslav Chekhun combines clinical practice, research, and international experience, enabling him to provide patients with modern, evidence-based approaches in oncology.

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Lina Travkina

Family medicine 13 years exp.

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.

Areas of medical care include:

  • Respiratory conditions: colds, flu, acute and chronic bronchitis, mild to moderate pneumonia, bronchial asthma.
  • ENT and eye conditions: sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, otitis, infectious and allergic conjunctivitis.
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  • Chronic conditions: hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders, excess weight.
  • Neurological and general symptoms: headache, migraine, dizziness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, reduced concentration, anxiety, asthenia.
  • Chronic pain support: back, neck, joint, and muscle pain, tension syndromes, pain associated with osteochondrosis and chronic conditions.

Additional care areas:

  • Preventive consultations and check-up planning.
  • Medical advice and follow-up consultations.
  • Test interpretation and diagnostic guidance.
  • Structured support for undiagnosed complaints.
  • Second opinion on diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Nutritional and lifestyle support for vitamin deficiencies, anaemia, metabolic issues.
  • Post-operative recovery support and pain management.
  • Preconception counselling and postpartum support.
  • Immunity support and strategies to reduce frequency of infections.

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.

If during the consultation it becomes clear that your case requires in-person assessment or specialised care outside of her scope, the session will be terminated and the payment fully refunded.

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Taisiia Proida

Family medicine 7 years exp.

Taisiia Proida is a general practitioner with a specialization in mental health and a cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT), a member of the European Psychiatric Association. She offers online consultations for adults aged 18 and over, combining evidence-based medicine with an individualised approach to mental health care. She specialises in consultations and ongoing support for a wide range of mental health concerns, including: 

  • Mood disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, postpartum depression.
  • Anxiety disorders: generalised anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, phobias.
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD.
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Assessment is provided only after an initial psychiatric evaluation and during a follow-up appointment.
  • Personality disorders and emotional instability.
  • Cyclothymia and mood fluctuations.
  • Schizophrenia spectrum and related conditions.

Dr. Proida combines clinical expertise with an empathetic approach, offering structured support based on evidence-based practices. Her work integrates CBT techniques with medical management, with a focus on anxiety and depressive disorders. She works with clients from different countries and cultural backgrounds, adapting her communication style and recommendations to individual needs. With experience in international clinical trials (Pfizer, Merck), she values clarity, trust, and collaborative partnership in patient care.

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Alexander Nazarchuk

Allergology 7 years exp.

Dr. Alexander Nazarchuk is a physician specialising in allergology and internal medicine. He provides online consultations for adults, following the principles of evidence-based medicine — no outdated treatments or unnecessary tests, with clear explanations and a personalised approach. He helps patients with a wide range of allergic and therapeutic conditions, from common day-to-day complaints to complex cases involving allergies, gastrointestinal issues, cardiovascular concerns, respiratory symptoms, and more.

You can consult Dr. Nazarchuk for:

  • Test interpretation and guidance on diagnostic plans.
  • Allergic rhinitis, hay fever, bronchial asthma (including severe cases).
  • Food and drug allergies, skin rashes, angioedema.
  • Atopic dermatitis, urticaria, contact allergies.
  • Allergen-specific immunotherapy (AIT) – initiation and ongoing management.
  • Abdominal pain, bloating, changes in bowel habits, nausea, heartburn.
  • High blood pressure and adjustment of baseline antihypertensive therapy.
  • Hyperlipidaemia and elevated cholesterol.
  • Cough, nasal congestion, fever, sore throat.
  • Anaemia, including iron deficiency and related conditions.
  • Other issues related to allergology and internal medicine.

During consultations, Dr. Nazarchuk takes a thorough, structured approach — analysing symptoms, identifying potential causes, and helping patients make informed decisions. Whether treatment, further investigation, or monitoring is needed, he explains each step clearly so you understand your health and how best to manage it.

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Tomasz Grzelewski

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. Patients commonly seek his care for: 

  • seasonal and perennial allergies
  • allergic rhinitis and chronic nasal symptoms
  • asthma and breathing difficulties
  • food and medication allergies
  • urticaria, atopic dermatitis and skin reactions
  • recurrent infections in children
  • sports-related health questions
  • general family medicine concerns

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for HERBION LOZENGES?

HERBION LOZENGES does not require 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 HERBION LOZENGES?

The active ingredient in HERBION LOZENGES is Hederae helicis folium. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

Who manufactures HERBION LOZENGES?

HERBION LOZENGES is manufactured by Krka D.D. Novo Mesto. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Which doctors can assess the use of HERBION LOZENGES 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 HERBION LOZENGES is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

How to buy HERBION LOZENGES in Spain?

Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.

You can buy HERBION LOZENGES in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.

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What are the alternatives to HERBION LOZENGES?

Other medicines with the same active substance (Hederae helicis folium) include ABRILAR SYRUP, ACTUATOS 35 mg ORAL SOLUTION IN SACHETS, ACTUATOS 7 mg/ml SYRUP. 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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