Fruit extract from saw palmetto
WHAT SABAMINE, A SOFT CAPSULE IS, AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
Sabamine is an herbal medicine used for mild urination problems caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia, e.g. nocturnal urination. Used after a doctor has determined that there is no serious illness.
The prostate ( bladder neck gland ) is located just below the bladder in men and encloses
the upper part of the urethra. Its growth is controlled by the male sex hormone testosterone and
The hormonal changes that occur with increasing age are considered to be the reason why
the size of the prostate increases with age. This is called benign prostatic hyperplasia
( benign prostatic hyperplasia ). In the 50s, the prostate is enlarged in most men,
but not everyone is bothered by this. In some, however, the enlarged gland presses
constrict the urethra in a way that leads to urination problems. These ailments
can manifest themselves as frequent urges and difficulty emptying the bladder.
Some other more serious diseases, such as prostate or bladder cancer, can cause
symptoms similar to benign prostatic hyperplasia.
BEFORE YOU USE SABAMINE, SOFT CAPSULES
Do not use Sabamin, a soft capsule
- if you are allergic to saw palmetto or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
Take special care with Sabamin, a soft capsule
Talk to your doctor before taking Sabamin to avoid a serious illness ( prostate or bladder cancer).
If the symptoms worsen or persist for more than 6 months, you should contact a doctor to have a new assessment made. Also, consult a doctor if new symptoms should occur.
If you regularly use medicines that affect the tendency to bleed ( anticoagulants ) such as warfarin (Warren), you should consult your doctor before using Saban.
Use of other medicines
Drugs can sometimes affect each other’s effects when used concomitantly.
It cannot be ruled out that saw palmetto may potentiate the effect of anticoagulants (eg Warren). Sabamine should therefore not be used with such drugs without a risk-benefit assessment. It is therefore important that you tell your doctor that you are using Saban.
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.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
This medicine is not for women.
The potential effect of the drug on male fertility has not been studied.
Driving and using machines
Sabamine has no or negligible effect on the ability to drive and use machines.
You are responsible for assessing whether you are authorized to drive motor vehicles or perform work that requires sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and/or side effects. Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or other healthcare professional.
HOW TO USE SABAMINE, A SOFT CAPSULE
Always use Sabamin exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor advised. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
Adults and older men: 1 capsule daily.
Swallow the capsule whole with liquid, preferably with a meal.
Sabamine should not be used by children or women.
If you use more Sabamin than you should
If you have ingested an overdose of the medicine or if, for example, a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.
If you forget to take Sabamin, a soft capsule
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten capsule.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, Sabamin can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Gastrointestinal disorders, such as nausea and diarrhea, have been reported (occurring in an unknown number of users).
HOW TO STORE SABAMINE SOFT CAPSULES
Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Do not store above 25 ° C. The capsules are stored in a sealed jar.
Use before the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP.
The medicine should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Contents of the packaging and other information
Content declaration
- The active substance in 1 capsule is 320 mg of fruit extract from saw palmetto ( Serenoa repens (Bartram) Small). When making 1 capsule, about 3.4 g of saw palmetto fruit is needed.
- The other ingredients are gelatin, glycerol, water, liquid sorbitol (E420), and red, black, and yellow iron oxide (E172).
What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack
Sabamine is dark brown, oval, soft gelatin capsules.
Pack sizes: 30 and 90 capsules in glass jars.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer:
Svenska Bioforce AB
Box 147
22100 Lund
046-23 47 00