NAFTIDROFURYL CAPSULES BP 100MG
Active substance: NAFTIDROFURYL OXALATE
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Naftidrofuryl 100mg capsules
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine. eep this leaflet. You may need to K read it again. f you have any further questions, ask I your doctor or pharmacist. his medicine has been prescribed T for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
2 Before you take Do not take Naftidrofuryl capsules and tell your doctor if you:
Pharmacode Position
Index 1 What Naftidrofuryl capsules are and what they are used for 2 Before you take 3 How to take 4 Possible side effects 5 How to store 6 Further information
1 What Naftidrofuryl capsules are
are allergic (hypersensitive) to naftidrofuryl oxalate, to soya lecithin or any of the other ingredients (see section 6). have a history of excessive amounts of oxalic acid (oxalates) in the urine or recurrent calcium stones such as kidney stones.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Naftidrofuryl capsules if you: Taking other medicines
have kidney or liver disorders. Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
and what they are used for
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Naftidrofuryl capsules belong to a group of medicines called vasodilators. This medicine helps improve blood flow in the body. Naftidrofuryl capsules are used to treat: poor blood supply, causing: - cramps, usually in the calf and leg muscles, during walking or exercise or in the legs at night. - pains whilst resting, usually in the feet. - gangrene. - ulcers on the skin. - painful, numb, cold or blue fingers (Raynauds syndrome). - blue hands and feet. - disease of the arteries caused by diabetes. poor blood supply to the brain causing confusion or forgetfulness in the elderly.
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If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machines
Naftidrofuryl capsules may cause dizziness. Make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Naftidrofuryl
Naftidrofuryl capsules contain soya oil. If you are allergic to peanut or soya, do not use this medicinal product.
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3 How to take
Always take Naftidrofuryl capsules exactly as your doctor has told you. If you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Swallow the capsules with a glass of water, with or after food. It is important to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine. Doses Adults and Elderly: Poor blood supply one or two capsules three times a day for at least three months. Patients with kidney disorders may be prescribed a lower dose. Poor blood supply to the brain one capsule three times a day for at least three months.
5 How to store
Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Store below 25C in a dry place. Protect from light. Do not use Naftidrofuryl capsules after the expiry date stated on the label/carton/ bottle. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6 Further information What Naftidrofuryl capsules contain
If you take more than you should
If you (or someone else) swallow a lot of capsules at the same time, or you think a child may have swallowed any, contact your nearest hospital casualty department or tell your doctor immediately. Signs of an overdose include changes in heart rhythm and fits.
If you forget to take the capsules
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. If you forget to take a dose take it as soon as you remember it and then take the next dose at the right time.
The active substance (the ingredient that makes the capsule work) is naftidrofuryl oxalate. Each capsule contains 100mg of the active ingredient. The capsule contains: maize starch, microcrystalline cellulose (E460), sodium starch glycollate, colloidal silica, stearic acid, magnesium stearate. The capsule shell contains: erythrosine (E127), titanium dioxide (E171), gelatin. The printing ink contains: IMS 74OP, shellac (E904), iron oxide black (E172), N-Butyl alcohol, soya lecithin MC thin (E322), antifoam DC 1510.
4 Possible side effects
What Naftidrofuryl capsules look like and contents of the pack
Naftidrofuryl are pink, hard gelatin capsules. Pack sizes are 84 capsules.
Pharmacode Position
Like all medicines, Naftidrofuryl capsules can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following side effects or notice any other effects not listed: Nervous system: dizziness, headache, agitation, sleep disturbances Stomach and intestines: feeling sick, stomach pains, diarrhoea Liver: hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), liver failure Skin: rashes Kidney: kidney stones If you notice any side effects, they get worse, or if you notice any not listed, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer: Actavis, Barnstaple, EX32 8NS, UK. Date of revision: June 2010
50330198
Actavis, Barnstaple, EX32 8NS, UK
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine. eep this leaflet. You may need to K read it again. f you have any further questions, ask I your doctor or pharmacist. his medicine has been prescribed T for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
2 Before you take Do not take Naftidrofuryl capsules and tell your doctor if you:
Pharmacode Position
Index 1 What Naftidrofuryl capsules are and what they are used for 2 Before you take 3 How to take 4 Possible side effects 5 How to store 6 Further information
1 What Naftidrofuryl capsules are
are allergic (hypersensitive) to naftidrofuryl oxalate, to soya lecithin or any of the other ingredients (see section 6). have a history of excessive amounts of oxalic acid (oxalates) in the urine or recurrent calcium stones such as kidney stones.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Naftidrofuryl capsules if you: Taking other medicines
have kidney or liver disorders. Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
and what they are used for
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Naftidrofuryl capsules belong to a group of medicines called vasodilators. This medicine helps improve blood flow in the body. Naftidrofuryl capsules are used to treat: poor blood supply, causing: - cramps, usually in the calf and leg muscles, during walking or exercise or in the legs at night. - pains whilst resting, usually in the feet. - gangrene. - ulcers on the skin. - painful, numb, cold or blue fingers (Raynauds syndrome). - blue hands and feet. - disease of the arteries caused by diabetes. poor blood supply to the brain causing confusion or forgetfulness in the elderly.
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If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machines
Naftidrofuryl capsules may cause dizziness. Make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Naftidrofuryl
Naftidrofuryl capsules contain soya oil. If you are allergic to peanut or soya, do not use this medicinal product.
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3 How to take
Always take Naftidrofuryl capsules exactly as your doctor has told you. If you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Swallow the capsules with a glass of water, with or after food. It is important to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine. Doses Adults and Elderly: Poor blood supply one or two capsules three times a day for at least three months. Patients with kidney disorders may be prescribed a lower dose. Poor blood supply to the brain one capsule three times a day for at least three months.
5 How to store
Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Store below 25C in a dry place. Protect from light. Do not use Naftidrofuryl capsules after the expiry date stated on the label/carton/ bottle. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6 Further information What Naftidrofuryl capsules contain
If you take more than you should
If you (or someone else) swallow a lot of capsules at the same time, or you think a child may have swallowed any, contact your nearest hospital casualty department or tell your doctor immediately. Signs of an overdose include changes in heart rhythm and fits.
If you forget to take the capsules
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. If you forget to take a dose take it as soon as you remember it and then take the next dose at the right time.
The active substance (the ingredient that makes the capsule work) is naftidrofuryl oxalate. Each capsule contains 100mg of the active ingredient. The capsule contains: maize starch, microcrystalline cellulose (E460), sodium starch glycollate, colloidal silica, stearic acid, magnesium stearate. The capsule shell contains: erythrosine (E127), titanium dioxide (E171), gelatin. The printing ink contains: IMS 74OP, shellac (E904), iron oxide black (E172), N-Butyl alcohol, soya lecithin MC thin (E322), antifoam DC 1510.
4 Possible side effects
What Naftidrofuryl capsules look like and contents of the pack
Naftidrofuryl are pink, hard gelatin capsules. Pack sizes are 84 capsules.
Pharmacode Position
Like all medicines, Naftidrofuryl capsules can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following side effects or notice any other effects not listed: Nervous system: dizziness, headache, agitation, sleep disturbances Stomach and intestines: feeling sick, stomach pains, diarrhoea Liver: hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), liver failure Skin: rashes Kidney: kidney stones If you notice any side effects, they get worse, or if you notice any not listed, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer: Actavis, Barnstaple, EX32 8NS, UK. Date of revision: June 2010
50330198
Actavis, Barnstaple, EX32 8NS, UK
Source: Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
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