French pharmacy
Spasfon suppositories for the treatment of pain related to disorders of the digestive tract and bile ducts, nephritic colic, pain in gynecology, adjuvant treatment of contractions during pregnancy
For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications, please consult the instructions for use of spasfon suppositories.
These are suppositories intended for the treatment of pain related to disorders of the digestive tract and bile ducts, renal colic, pain in gynecology, in adjuvant treatment of contractions during pregnancy in association with rest.
Phloroglucinol is a musculotropic antispasmodic substance, that is to say that it acts on smooth muscle fibers (which, among other things, make up the intestinal muscles). Thus, phloroglucinol is able to fight against abnormal and painful contractions of the digestive tract (intestine and bile ducts), urinary tract and uterus.
During pregnancy different stomach aches can appear, we group under this term all the pains and discomfort affecting the abdomen region.
You should know that stomach aches can have multiple origins: digestive, urinary, ligament or muscular. First of all it is essential to identify them correctly.
If their origins can diverge, so do their symptoms. Indeed, the stomach ache of the pregnant woman can manifest itself by a pain of course but also by bloating, gurgling, tightness, heaviness, cramps, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, burns of stomach or even a swollen belly (difficult to notice during pregnancy).
Reserved for adults. Insert 1 suppository, 3 times a day.
Method of administration of spasfon suppositories : Rectal use.
The scientific data currently available have not revealed any particular problem when using this medication as a suppository during pregnancy at the recommended dose. However, do not use it without medical advice and do not exceed the dosage reserved for adults.
First of all, apply a few diet and hygiene rules before resorting to taking spasfon suppositories, namely:
The active substance in spasfon suppositories : the active substance is phloroglucinol (150 mg per suppository).
Box of 10 adult suppositories.
Please note that the medication in Spasfon Suppositories is not like any other product. Read the package leaflet carefully in Spasfon Suppositories before ordering. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Beware of incompatibilities on your current products.
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SPASFON, suppository
Read this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine. It contains important information for your treatment.
If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
· Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
· If you need more information and advice, ask your pharmacist.
· If symptoms worsen or persist, consult your doctor.
· If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if you experience any of the effects listed as serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this notice :
1. WHAT IS SPASFON, suppository AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?
2. WHAT TO DO ABOUT BEFORE USING SPASFON, suppository?
3. HOW TO USE SPASFON, suppository?
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO STORE SPASFON, suppository?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT IS SPASFON, suppository AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?
ANTISPASMODICAL MUSCULOTROPE
This medication is indicated for the treatment of spasmodic pain in the intestine, bile ducts, bladder and uterus.
2. WHAT TO DO ABOUT BEFORE USING SPASFON, suppository?
List of information needed before taking the medication
Not applicable.
Do not use SPASFON, a suppository if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK FOR THE OPINION OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.
Precautions for use; special warnings
Take special care with SPASFON, suppository:
Precautions for use
IN CASE OF DOUBT DO NOT HESITATE TO REQUEST THE NOTICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.
Interaction with other medicines
Taking or using other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions with food and beverages
Not applicable.
Interactions with Herbal Medicines or Alternative Therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy and breast feeding
The use of this medication should only be considered during pregnancy if necessary. Administration of this medication is not recommended for nursing mothers.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive or use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with known effect
Not applicable.
3. HOW TO USE SPASFON, suppository?
Not applicable.
Dosage
3 suppositories per day.
Administration mode
Rectal route.
Symptoms and Instructions for Overdose
Not applicable.
Instructions for omission of one or more doses
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of adverse reactions
Like all drugs, SPASFON, suppository is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to it:
· Mucocutaneous and allergic manifestations: rash, rarely urticaria, exceptionally angioedema, arterial hypotension, anaphylactic shock.
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any of the side effects gets serious, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO STORE SPASFON, suppository?
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use SPASFON, suppository after the expiry date stated on the carton.
This medication should be stored away from heat.
If necessary, warnings against visible signs of deterioration
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medications. These measures will help protect the environment.
Full list of active substances and excipients
What does SPASFON contain, suppository?
The active substances are:
Phloroglucinol hydrate ................................................ .................................................. 0.1500 g
Corresponding amount of anhydrous phloroglucinol at ............................................ .............................. 0.11167 g
Trimethylphloroglucinol ................................................. .................................................. 0.1500 g
For a suppository.
The other components are:
Solid hemi-synthetic glycerides.
Pharmaceutical form and content
What is SPASFON, suppository and contents of the pack?
This medication is in the form of a suppository. Box of 10 or 100.
76-78 AVENUE DU MIDI
63808 COURNON D'AUVERGNE CEDEX
100-110 Esplanade of the General de Gaulle
92931 PARIS LA DEFENSE CEDEX
AVENUE DE PROVENCE
13190 ALLAUCH
Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
Date of approval of the notice
The last date on which this leaflet was approved is {date}.
AMM under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Detailed information on this medicine is available on the Afssaps website (France).
Information for health professionals only
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
antispasmodic
phloroglucinol
. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Warning . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon
SPASFON: tablet (pink); box of 30.
Refunded at 15%. - price: 1,97 euro (s).
SPASFON: suppository; box of 10.
Refunded at 15%. - price: 2,01 euro (s).
SPASFON: solution for injection; box of 6 ampoules of 4 ml.
Refunded at 15%. - price: 2.59 euro (s).
List I
Laboratory Téva Santé
| p cp | p assumed | p amp inj | |
| phloroglucinol | 62.2 mg | 150 mg | 40 mg |
| Trimethylphloroglucinol | 80 mg | 150 mg | 40 μg |
| Lactose | + | ||
| Sucrose | + |
Usual dosage:
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