{"product_id":"plantaben-30-sachets","title":"Plantaben 30 sachets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Plantaben and what is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong\u003emedicine with laxative action \u003c\/strong\u003ewhose active ingredient is the cuticles of the seeds of \u003cstrong\u003ePlantago ovata\u003c\/strong\u003e, a plant that has the capacity to retain liquid to increase faecal mass, giving it the perfect consistency to normalise intestinal transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Plantaben sachets are intended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantaben sachets are used\u003c\/strong\u003e to treat the symptoms of constipation or in situations where it is necessary to facilitate the passage of stool, such as in cases of fissures, haemorrhoids or painful bowel movements after anal or rectal surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmpty the contents of the sachet into a glass of cold water of approximately 200 cc, dissolve until a uniform mixture is obtained and swallow quickly. It is recommended to drink 1 to 2 litres of water a day for the duration of the treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for the number of sachets, the recommended dose depends on the age of the patient:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdults, adolescents from 12 years of age and older people\u003c\/strong\u003e: take 2 to 3 sachets a day, according to need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChildren from 6 to 12 years of age\u003c\/strong\u003e: take 1 to 2 sachets a day, as needed, without exceeding the maximum dose,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContraindications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not take \u003cstrong\u003ePlantaben sachets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn children under 6 years of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn case of allergy to Plantago ovata seeds or to any of the other components included in this medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn case of diabetes mellitus, intestinal obstruction, stenosis of the digestive tract, faecal impaction, paralysis of the colon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you suffer from nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain, difficulty in swallowing, rectal bleeding, diseases of the oesophagus and cardia or inability to defecate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlantaben side effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it is generally well tolerated, it may have some side effects in certain people. Possible side effects of Plantaben include\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlatulence\u003c\/strong\u003e: may cause gas, especially at the beginning of treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbdominal bloating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Plantaben bloat the tummy\u003c\/strong\u003e? Some people may feel bloating or abdominal discomfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbdominal pain\u003c\/strong\u003e: in rare cases, it may cause cramps or pain in the abdomen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiarrhoea\u003c\/strong\u003e: if taken in excess, it may cause diarrhoea instead of regulating bowel movements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllergies\u003c\/strong\u003e: in rare cases, allergic reactions such as rash, itching or breathing difficulties may occur. People with fibre allergies may be at increased risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntestinal blockage\u003c\/strong\u003e: if not taken with sufficient water, there is a risk that the fibres may cause intestinal blockage, although this is rare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to drink plenty of water while taking Plantaben to avoid complications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Each sachet of Plantaben contains 3.5 g of Plantago ovata seed cuticle as the main active ingredient. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe other excipients are:\u003cem\u003e saccharin\u003c\/em\u003esodium, sodium bicarbonate, tartaric acid, grit, orange essence, orange-yellow colouring S (E-110).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour pharmacist's opinion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantaben 30 sachets\u003c\/strong\u003e is a medicine classified as a \u003cstrong\u003ebulk-forming laxative. It\u003c\/strong\u003e is formulated with plantago ovata seeds, which have the property of retaining water in their cuticle, which gives stools the right volume and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are going to prepare it with water, taking it before or after meals, depending on what we are interested in, as we know that if we take it half an hour before meals we take advantage of its satiating and appetite-reducing capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fibre is indicated for constipation and painful bowel movements with haemorrhoids, fissures or after anal surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions, please contact our team of pharmacists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the price of Plantaben?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prices of non-prescription medicines are set by law. In our online pharmacy you can buy this medicine at a 10% discount, which is the maximum discount allowed by law.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PLANTABEN","offers":[{"title":"Default title","offer_id":43499628200113,"sku":"759621","price":8.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/8829\/4065\/files\/plantaben-30-sobres_b2a283b7-8898-46cf-a92e-9a97da2477b5.webp?v=1784346915","url":"https:\/\/farmaciasdirect-eu.myshopify.com\/products\/plantaben-30-sachets","provider":"Farmaciasdirect.eu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}