{"id":14045,"date":"2021-09-24T06:00:35","date_gmt":"2021-09-24T06:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=14045"},"modified":"2021-10-26T07:56:00","modified_gmt":"2021-10-26T07:56:00","slug":"iberogast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/iberogast\/","title":{"rendered":"Iberogast &#8211; Extracts of flower uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>oral drops, solution<br>Active substances: Extracts of flower current, watercress, chamomile, cumin, marjoram, lemon balm, peppermint, squash, licorice root.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Iberogast is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Iberogast is herbal medicine for relieving the symptoms of sensitive stomach and intestines (functional&nbsp;dyspepsia&nbsp;and IBS) &#8211; such as stomach cramps, pain or burning sensation in the upper abdomen, bloating, and nausea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 7 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before using Iberogast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Iberogast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You should only use Iberogast after your doctor has told you that you have functional&nbsp;dyspepsia&nbsp;or IBS&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>(irritable bowel syndrome).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do not use Iberogast:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) or to basket-flowering plants.<\/li><li>to children under 2 years.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor if any of the following occur, even if you know you have functional&nbsp;dyspepsia&nbsp;or IBS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You are over 40 years old and it is a long time since you had your last feeling of functional&nbsp;dyspepsia&nbsp;or IBS, or if the symptoms are different this time.<\/li><li>If you have recently had blood in your stool<\/li><li>If you have lost your appetite or lost weight.Discontinue treatment with Iberogast immediately and talk to your doctor if you get signs or symptoms of liver damage e.g.&nbsp;jaundice, dark urine or uncoloured stools.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not give to children under 2 years due to the ethanol content.&nbsp;Not recommended for children under 12 years due to insufficient data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Iberogast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of concomitant use of other drugs has not been studied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of contact with a doctor or other healthcare professional, remember to tell them that you are taking or have recently taken this over-the-counter medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the absence of adequate data, use during pregnancy or lactation may not be recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The potential effect of the drug on&nbsp;fertility&nbsp;has not been studied.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Iberogast has no or negligible effect on the ability to drive and use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are authorized to drive motor vehicles or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;A description of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or other healthcare professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Iberogast contains ethanol (alcohol)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Iberogast contains 31 vol%&nbsp;ethanol&nbsp;(alcohol), ie.&nbsp;equivalent to 250 mg per&nbsp;dose, equivalent to 6.2 ml of beer or 2.6 ml of wine per&nbsp;dose.&nbsp;Harmful to people suffering from alcoholism.&nbsp;Attention should be paid to pregnant or lactating women, children, and high-risk groups such as patients with liver disease or&nbsp;epilepsy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to use Iberogast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iberogast is taken before or before a meal in a small amount of liquid as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults, the elderly, and adolescents over 12 years of age:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>20 drops 3 times daily.&nbsp;Shake before use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-term treatment can be done after consultation with a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use for children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children under 2 years:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should not be given to children under 2 years due to the ethanol content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children under 12 years:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not recommended for children under 12 years due to insufficient data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions for first use<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20090224000829#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20090224000829#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20090224000829#\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1. Unscrew the green cap from the white part, then unscrew the white part and discard it.<\/td><td>2. Tighten the green cap firmly on the bottle to secure the drip insert in place<\/td><td>Unscrew the green cap and make sure that the drip insert is firmly seated.&nbsp;The drug is then dosed according to the instructions above.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Screw back the green cap after use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you take more Iberogast than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to take Iberogast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose&nbsp;.&nbsp;Continue dosing next time according to the instructions in the package leaflet or according to the doctor&#8217;s instructions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.&nbsp;Discontinue treatment with Iberogast if you experience any of the&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;listed below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Very rare&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hypersensitivity reactions&nbsp;such as skin rash, itchy skin or shortness of breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Liver damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.&nbsp;This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this information.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Iberogast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iberogast can be stored for a maximum of 8 weeks after opening the bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any flocculation or turbidity has no effect on the effect of Iberogast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substances per ml are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.15 ml liquid extract * of&nbsp;<em>Iberis amara<\/em>&nbsp;(flower berry) whole plant, corresponding to 60 &#8211; 100 mg whole fresh plant of flower berry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.10 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Angelica archangelica<\/em>&nbsp;(kvanne) root, corresponding to 30 &#8211; 40 mg dried kvanner root.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.20 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Matricaria recutita<\/em>&nbsp;(chamomile) flower, corresponding to 50 &#8211; 100 mg dried chamomile flower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.10 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Carum carvi<\/em>&nbsp;(cumin) seeds, corresponding to 30 &#8211; 40 mg dried cumin seeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.10 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Silybum marianum<\/em>&nbsp;(mariatistel) fruit, corresponding to 30 &#8211; 40 mg dried fruit of mariatistel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.10 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Melissa officinalis<\/em>&nbsp;(lemon balm) leaves, corresponding to 30 &#8211; 40 mg dried leaves of lemon balm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.05 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Mentha piperita<\/em>&nbsp;(peppermint) leaves, corresponding to 10 &#8211; 20 mg dried leaves of peppermint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.10 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Chelidonium majus<\/em>&nbsp;(squash) herb, corresponding to 30 &#8211; 40 mg dried squash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0.10 ml liquid extract ** of&nbsp;<em>Glycyrrhiza glabra<\/em>&nbsp;(licorice root) root, corresponding to 30 &#8211; 40 mg dried licorice root.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>* Extractant:&nbsp;ethanol&nbsp;50% v \/ v<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>** Extractant:&nbsp;ethanol&nbsp;30% v \/ v<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contains 20 drops \/ ml.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 31 vol%&nbsp;ethanol&nbsp;(alcohol), ie&nbsp;equivalent to 250 mg alcohol per&nbsp;dose&nbsp;(20 drops).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brown glass bottle (20 ml, 50 ml and 100 ml) with screw cap and drip dispenser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bayer AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 606<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SE-169 26 Solna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Steigerwald Arzneimittelwerk GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Havelstrasse 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D-642 95 Darmstadt<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Germany<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Iberogast is herbal medicine for relieving the symptoms of sensitive stomach and intestines (functional dyspepsia and IBS) &#8211; such as stomach cramps, pain or burning sensation in the upper abdomen, bloating, and nausea.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2200,12116],"tags":[13408,13412,13404,13407,13409,13413,13406,13411,13405,13410],"class_list":["post-14045","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-medicines","category-i","tag-benefits-of-extracts-of-flower","tag-benefits-of-iberogast","tag-extracts-of-flower","tag-extracts-of-flower-side-effects","tag-iberogast","tag-iberogast-side-effects","tag-what-extracts-of-flower-is-used-for","tag-what-iberogast-is-used-for","tag-what-is-extracts-of-flower","tag-what-is-iberogast"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14045","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14045"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14045\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15142,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14045\/revisions\/15142"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14045"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14045"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14045"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}