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ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES

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How to use ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES

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PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER

ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT 290 mg hard capsules

Urtica dioicaL. andUrtica urensL.

Text of the package leaflet of a medicinal product with instructions for use and warnings about adverse effects and medical consultation

Contents of the package leaflet:

  1. What is ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before taking ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT
  3. How to take ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storage of ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT
  6. Package contents and additional information

1. What is ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT and what is it used for

Traditional herbal medicinal product for the relief of symptoms such as difficulty in urination and discomfort of the urinary tract in patients who have been informed that they suffer from benign prostatic hyperplasia. The use of this medicinal product in this specific indication is based exclusively on its traditional use.

Before starting treatment, the doctor should have ruled out any serious condition of the disease.

You should consult a doctor if it worsens or does not improve after 14 days.

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2. What you need to know before taking ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT

Do not take ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT

If you are allergic to the active ingredient or to any of the other components of ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT.

Warnings and precautions

Consult your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse before starting to take ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT.

Children and adolescents

Children and adolescents under 18 years of age should not use this medicinal product. This medicinal product is not intended for this population.

Use of ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT with other medicinal products

Inform your pharmacist or doctor if you are using, have recently used, or may need to use any other medicinal product.

Taking ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT with food and drinks

Food and drinks do not have an influence on the effect of the medicinal product.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

The use of ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT is not indicated in women.

Driving and using machines

No effects on the ability to drive and use machines have been described.

3. How to take ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT

Follow exactly the administration instructions of the medicinal product contained in this package leaflet or as indicated by your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse. In case of doubt, ask your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse.

The recommended dose is:

Adults: take 2 or 3 capsules, twice a day, with a glass of water.

This medicinal product is for oral use.

Use for a treatment period of 2 weeks.

Use in children and adolescents

Do not use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. This medicinal product is not intended for this population.

If you take more ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT than you should

No cases of overdose with ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT have been described.

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your pharmacist or doctor immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, telephone 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicinal product and the amount ingested.

If you forget to take ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT

In case of forgetting a dose, take the medicinal product as soon as possible, continuing the treatment as prescribed. However, if the next dose is near, it is better not to take the forgotten dose and wait for the next one. In no case take a double dose to compensate for the forgotten dose.

Medicine questions

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicinal products, ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

At the recommended doses, ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT does not present side effects.

If you experience side effects, consult your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse, even if it is a side effect not listed in this package leaflet.

5. Storage of ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Do not store above 25°C.

Expiry date:

Do not use ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT after the expiry date stated on the package, after the abbreviation “EXP”. The expiry date is the last day of the month indicated.

Medicinal products should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packages and medicinal products that you no longer need in the SIGRE collection point at the pharmacy. In case of doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packages and medicinal products that you no longer need. This way, you will help protect the environment.

6. Package contents and additional information

Composition of ARKOCAPSULES NETTLE ROOT

Each capsule contains as active ingredient: 290 mg of cryomilled roots of Urtica dioicaL. and Urtica urensL. (Nettle root).

The other components are the excipients: hypromellose (capsule shell).

Appearance of the product and package contents

There is one presentation in bottles containing 48 capsules.

Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer:

Holder

ARKOPHARMA LABORATORIOS, S.A.U.

C/ Amaltea, 9

28045 MADRID

Manufacturer

ARKOPHARMA

LABORATOIRES PHARMACEUTIQUES

BP 28 – 06511 CARROS Cedex - FRANCE

This package leaflet was approved in January 2019

“Detailed and updated information on this medicinal product is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicinal Products and Medical Devices (AEMPS)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES?
ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES 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 ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES?
ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES is manufactured by Arkopharma Laboratorios S.A.U.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Which doctors can assess the use of ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES 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 ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES 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 ARKOCAPSULAS STINGING NETTLE ROOT 290 mg HARD CAPSULES?
Other medicines with the same active substance () include PERMIXON 160 mg HARD CAPSULES, PROSTAMED CAPSULES, SEREQUR 320 mg SOFT CAPSULES. 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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