Iberogast
is a herbal medicine used to treat gastrointestinal symptoms. Iberogast
is composed of nine medicinal plants and is thereby said to be effective against stomach pain, bloating, flatulence, gastrointestinal cramps, heartburn as well as nausea. Also with illnesses such as irritable bowel syndrome, irritable stomach or gastritis is to Iberogast
help. About application and possible side effects we clarify you in the following.
Iberogast
For stomach pain and heartburn
Iberogast
Is composed of the following ingredients:
- Bitter ribbon flower (Iberis amara).
- Angelica roots
- Chamomile flowers
- Caraway fruits
- Milk thistle fruits
- Melissa leaves
- Peppermint leaves
- Celandine
- Licorice roots
Through this interplay of active ingredients, the gastrointestinal preparation does not specifically target specific stomach problems such as ulcers or nausea, but generally provides a balanced feeling in the gastrointestinal tract.
Iberogast
: Dosage and use
Iberogast
Is available only in liquid form and is taken as drops. The liquid should be shaken before use.
Unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor, adults take 20 drops of Iberogast three times a day before meals.
Take. The medicine should be mixed with some liquid for this purpose. For children from six to 12 years, the manufacturer recommends 15 drops three times a day, and for children from three to five years, ten drops.
Who may take Iberogast
not take?
There are three groups of people who should not take Iberogast
should not take:
- Do not take the gastrointestinal preparation during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Children under three years of age should Iberogast
also not be administered, as the drug has not been adequately tested for this age group. - Furthermore, the drug should not be used if the patient is suffering from or has suffered from liver disease.
- Also, if you are taking medications with liver-damaging properties at the same time, Iberogast should be
not come to the application.
Side effects of Iberogast
Even though the herbal preparation Iberogast.
is available without prescription in the pharmacy, it is nevertheless not completely harmless. Thus can by Iberogast
very rare side effects such as skin rash, itching, breathing difficulties as well as nausea may occur. In addition, the celandine contained in the medicine may cause damage to the liver in very rare cases.
If such side effects occur, the use of Iberogast should be discontinued.
should be discontinued and a doctor consulted. For side effects and risks, always read the package leaflet in case of doubt or ask your pharmacist or doctor.
Iberogast
contains 31 percent alcohol, which patients should keep in mind. Comparable preparations that may be considered as alternatives and do not contain alcohol include Laxoberal
and Rennie
-chewable tablets.
Effect of gastrointestinal preparation.
In connection with diarrhea, heartburn or gastrointestinal discomfort, Iberogast has an effect
As follows:
- Calming the stomach nerves
- Relaxation of the stomach muscles
- Regulation of the movement of the stomach
- Normalization of acid formation
- Protection of the gastric mucosa
- Relief from inflammation
