Extractum compositum siccum ex Salicis cortice, Solidaginis herba

One coated tablet contains:

• Active substance:
  Extractum compositum siccum ex Salicis cortice, Solidaginis herba (4-6:1) - 181.80 mg
  [Extractant: ethanol 40 (v/v)]
• Auxiliary substances:
  Microcrystalline cellulose, carboxymethyl amylum sodium salt, lactose monohydrate, potato starch, magnesium stearate, Aqua Polish white 010, yellow iron oxide (E 172)

One coated tablet contains 18-22 mg of phenolic glycosides' sum, converted into salicin.

Packaging: 30 and 60 coated tablets.

What is REUMACOR^® and it is used

The drug of Reumacor^® contains willow bark and goldenrod herb extracts.
Willow bark extract demonstrates anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effects because of its salicylate content.
Flavonoid compounds contained by goldenrod herb act mildly diuretically, which is beneficial in case of rheumatic diseases.

Indications for application

Reumacor^® is applied in case of mild rheumatic pains, headaches and as an auxiliary agent in febrile illnesses.

Before you apply REUMACOR^®

Do not use Reumacor^®:

• in case of confirmed hypersensitivity to salicylates (asthma, bronchospasm, rhinitis, urticaria)
• in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs of non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs
• in case of asthma, because of the possibility of spasmodic narrowing of bronchi.

Observe special care while applying the drug of Reumacor^®:

In case of serious liver or kidney diseases, blood coagulability disorders as well as chronic gastric and duodenal ulcer disease, Reumacor^® should be applied under physician's control. In case of fever lasting over 3 days in spite of treatment or exceeding 39°C, it is necessary to consult a physician.

Observe special care when edema, erythema and limited mobility of joints are present during application of Reumacor^®. If pain and other symptoms do not withdraw or intensify during the first week of treatment, it is necessary to consult a physician.

Important information concerning some components of the drug of Reumacor^®_:

The drug contains lactose. Patients with diagnosed intolerance of certain sugars should consult a physician before taking the drug.

Pregnancy

Consult a physician before application of the drug.
No controlled clinical trials have been conducted in pregnant women, and for this reason it is not recommended to apply the preparation during this period.

Breast feeding

Consult a physician before application of the drug.
No controlled clinical trials have been conducted in breast feeding women, and for this reason it is not recommended to apply the preparation during this period.

Driving of vehicles and operation of moving mechanisms

The drug does not impair psychophysical aptitude, the ability to drive vehicles and operate moving mechanisms.

Use of other drugs

Reumacor^® may intensify effects of anti-coagulants (heparin and coumarin derivatives).

How to apply REUMACOR^®

Adults, orally: 2 coated tablets 3 to 4 times a day. The drug should be taken after meal and washed down with an ample amount of water.
Maximal daily dose is 240 mg of phenolic glycosides converted into salicin, which corresponds to 12 coated tablets.

In case of taking higher than recommended dose of Reumacor^®

No cases of overdose have been described.

In case of skipping the dose of the drug

Do not apply a double dose in order to supplement the omitted one.

Possible undesired effects

Undesired effects may occur in the form of allergic reactions, such as rash, pruritus, urticaria, asthma and gastro-intestinal disorders, such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach ache, and diarrhea. Frequency of these symptoms is not known.

In case of undesired symptoms occurrence, it is necessary to consult a physician.

Storage of REUMACOR^®

Store at the temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Store out of reach and sight of children.

Do not use the drug after expiry date stated on the package.

Before using, read the leaflet which includes indications, contraindications, data on adverse drug reaction, the dosage and the information on the application of the medicinal product, or consult your doctor or pharmacist, as each drug used inappropriately poses a threat to your life or health.