Immunal® (Immunal®)

Composition Pharmacodynamics Indications Carefully Contraindications Dosing and Administration Side effects Form release / dosage
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Active substanceEchinacea purple grass juiceEchinacea purple grass juice
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    Composition:

    1 tablet contains:

    active substance: Echinacea purpurea (Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench), dried juice - 80 mg;

    Excipients: silicon dioxide colloid, lactose, magnesium stearate, sodium saccharinate, vanillin, cherry flavor.

    Description:

    Round flat-cylindrical tablets of light brown color with impregnations with a smell of vanilla.

    Pharmacotherapeutic group:Immunostimulating agent of plant origin.
    ATX: & nbsp

    L.03.A.X   Other immunostimulants

    Pharmacodynamics:

    Immunal® is an immunostimulating drug made from medicinal plant material.

    Echinacea purpurea (Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench) contains active substances that enhance the natural defenses of the body and act as stimulants of immunity. By increasing the number of leukocytes (granulocytes) and activating phagocytosis, the active substances of the drug suppress the reproduction of microorganisms in the human body and contribute to the destruction of pathogenic bacteria.In addition, the antiviral effect of the herb of Echinacea purpurea has been established in relation to the pathogens of influenza and herpes.

    Indications:

    Immunal® is recommended for strengthening immunity in patients with uncomplicated acute infectious diseases, a predisposition to frequent colds, for the prevention of colds and flu, and as an auxiliary drug for prolonged antibiotic therapy of chronic infectious diseases accompanied by a decrease in immunity.

    Contraindications:

    • hypersensitivity to the components of the drug and plants of the family Compositae;
    • progressive systemic and autoimmune diseases, such as tuberculosis, leukemia, collagen, multiple sclerosis, AIDS or HIV infection.
    • children under 4 years.

    Pregnancy and lactation:

    Data on the adverse effects of Immunal® are not available.

    Before using the drug during pregnancy and during breastfeeding it is necessary to consult with your doctor.

    Dosing and Administration:

    Inside.

    For small children, it is recommended to crush the tablet and mix with a small amount of liquid.

    Adults and adolescents over 12 years: 1 tablet three to four times a day;

    children aged 6 to 12 years: 1 tablet one to three times a day;

    children aged 4 to 6 years: 1 tablet once or twice a day.

    To achieve a therapeutic effect, Immunal® should be taken for at least 1 week.

    The duration of a continuous course of treatment should not exceed 8 weeks.

    Side effects:

    In some cases, the development of reactions of hypersensitivity: skin rash, itching, dizziness, bronchospasm, angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, anaphylactic shock.

    Other: leukopenia (with continuous use for more than 8 weeks).

    Overdose:
    Symptoms of intoxication due to drug overdose are not noted.
    Interaction:

    With simultaneous reception with immunosuppressants - mutual weakening of activity.

    There are no reports of any clinically relevant interaction with other drugs

    Special instructions:

    Before applying Immunal® in children under 12 and patients with allergic diseases and bronchial asthma in a history, you should consult your doctor.

    In case of side effects, stop taking Immunal® and consult a doctor.

    If symptoms persist for more than 10 days, consult your doctor.

    Effect on the ability to drive transp. cf. and fur:
    No special precautions are required.
    Form release / dosage:Tablets, 80 mg.
    Packaging:

    For 10 or 20 tablets in a blister, for 2, 3 or 4 blisters (10 tablets) or 1, 2 or 3 blisters (20 tablets each) together with instructions for medical use in a cardboard bundle.

    Storage conditions:

    At a temperature of no higher than 25 ° C.

    Keep out of the reach of children.

    Shelf life:

    3 years.

    Do not use the drug after the expiration date.

    Terms of leave from pharmacies:Without recipe
    Registration number:П N013458 / 02
    Date of registration:07.12.2007
    The owner of the registration certificate:Sandoz d.Sandoz d. Slovenia
    Manufacturer: & nbsp
    LEK d.d. Slovenia
    Representation: & nbspSANDOZ SANDOZ Switzerland
    Information update date: & nbsp21.10.2015
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