In this manual :
1. WHAT IS LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
2. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE TAKING LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar
3. HOW DO I TAKE LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, jarred oral gel?
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO USE LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT IS LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic class
LUBRICATING LAXATIVES
(A: digestive system and metabolism)
Liquid paraffin acts by mechanical action to lubricate the contents of the colon and soften the stool.
Treatment of occasional constipation.
2. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE TAKING LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar?
List of information needed before taking the medicine
If your doctor has informed you of an intolerance to certain sugars, contact him/her before taking this medicine.
Never take LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar in the following cases:
- if you are allergic to the active substance or to any of the other ingredients in LANSOYL RASPBERRY,
- if you suffer from abdominal pain for which you do not know the cause,
- if you have difficulty swallowing (swallowing properly) because of the risk of bronchial inhalation and lipoid pneumonia.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.
Precautions for use; special warnings
Be careful with LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar:
Special warnings
In children, the administration of laxatives should be exceptional, consult your doctor.
Do not use this medicine for a long time; prolonged use of liquid paraffin may reduce the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).
Medication treatment of constipation is only an adjunct to the hygienic-dietary treatment which consists of:
- an enrichment of the diet with vegetable fibers and drinks,
- physical activity,
- re-education of the defecation reflex.
In the event of chronic constipation, which may be linked to an intestinal disease or an imbalance in intestinal function due to eating habits and lifestyle, TAKE THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR.
Precautions for use
- The administration of liquid paraffin in young children, bedridden patients or patients with difficulty in swallowing should be undertaken with caution, as it may cause passage into the bronchi and respiratory disorders.
- The use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with fructose and galactose intolerance or sucrase/isomaltase deficiency (rare hereditary diseases).
- This medicine contains 2.12 g of sucrose per tablespoon, which must be taken into account in the daily diet in case of a low sugar diet or in case of diabetes.
- This medicine contains an azoic colouring agent (E124) and may cause allergic reactions.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.
Interactions 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 drink
Not applicable.
Interactions with herbal products or alternative therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
It is preferable not to use this medicine during pregnancy as it may cause a lack of absorption of certain essential vitamins for your child.
If you discover that you are pregnant during treatment, consult your doctor, as only he or she can decide whether to continue the treatment.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medication.
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive and use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with a known effect
Important information about some ingredients of LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in jar:
Notable excipients: Sucrose (2.12 g per tablespoon), cochineal red A (E 124).
3. HOW TO TAKE LANSOYL RASPBERRY, oral gel in a jar?
Instructions for proper use
Not applicable.
Dosage, Method and/or route of administration, Frequency of administration and Duration of treatment
Dosage
- Adult: one tablespoon to be repeated if necessary 1 to 3 times per 24 hours, without exceeding the maximum dosage of 3 tablespoons per 24 hours.
- Children: according to medical advice.
- If the treatment fails, do not increase the dosage, but take the advice of your doctor.
Mode and route of administration
Oral administration.
Frequency of administration
To be taken between meals:
- either preferably in the morning on an empty stomach;
- either 2 hours before or after meals;
- if taken in the evening, you must not go to bed for the next two hours and take into account the risk of the laxative effect occurring during the night.
Duration of treatment
The duration of use is limited to 15 days.
Symptoms and instructions in case of overdose
If you have taken more LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar than you should have, stop the treatment and contact your doctor:
Stop the treatment and contact your doctor or pharmacist.
High dose use of liquid paraffin may lead to:
- steatorrhea (fatty diarrhea),
- anal oozing,
- perianal irritation.
Instructions in case of missing one or more doses
If you forget to take LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar:
Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you forgot to take.
Risk of withdrawal syndrome
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of side effects
Like all medicines, LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to them.
At high doses, possibilities:
- oily (red colored) discharge from the anus,
- and sometimes irritation in the anus.
Under exceptional conditions or due to improper use, respiratory disorders may occur (See Precautions for use).
If you notice any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet, or if any side effects become serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO USE LANSOYL RASPBERRY, oral gel in a jar
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar after the expiry date stated on the outer packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
Store below 25°C.
If necessary, warnings against certain visible signs of deterioration
Medicines should not be disposed of down the drain or in the household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medicines. This will help to protect the environment.
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full list of active ingredients and excipients
What does LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar, contain?
The active substance is:
Liquid paraffin ................................................................................................................................ 78.23 g
For 100 g of gel.
The other components are:
Sucrose, citric acid monohydrate, gelatine, cochineal red A (E 124), aromatic composition, drinking water
Pharmaceutical form and content
What is LANSOYL FRAMBOISE, oral gel in a jar and what does it contain?
This medicinal product is presented as an oral gel; pot of 90 g, 180 g, 225 g, 375 g or 600 g.
Name and address of the marketing authorisation holder and of the manufacturing authorisation holder responsible for batch release, if different
Holder
JOHNSON & JOHNSON SANTE BEAUTE FRANCE
1, RUE CAMILLE DESMOULINS
92130 ISSY LES MOULINEAUX
Operator
JOHNSON & JOHNSON SANTE BEAUTE FRANCE
1, RUE CAMILLE DESMOULINS
92130 ISSY LES MOULINEAUX
Manufacturer
FARMEA
10, RUE BOUCHE THOMAS
ZAC D'ORGEMONT
49007 ANGERS CEDEX 01
Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
Date of approval of the package leaflet
The last date on which this package insert was approved was {date}.
MA under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Detailed information on this medicinal product is available on the website of Afssaps (France).
Information reserved for health professionals
Not applicable.
Not applicable.