Valverde Constipation 20 film-coated tablets

herbal medicine

What is Valverde Constipation and when is it used?

Valverde Constipation contains standardized extracts of senna fruits and butterbur as well as dried figs.

By standardizing the active ingredients, a consistent quality of this herbal medicine for constipation is achieved.

Senna extract produces a soft, slippery stool in the recommended dosage. This effect is supported by the mucilage, fructose and fruit acid of the dried figs. Butterbur extract supports this effect thanks to its antispasmodic properties.

Valverde Constipation is therefore indicated for short-term use in the following complaints: occasional constipation of a general nature, constipation caused by changes in eating habits (e.g. when travelling) or by bed rest.

What should be taken into account?

If you suffer from constipation, you should

• fiber-rich food (vegetables, fruits, whole grain bread) and
• drink plenty of fluids regularly and
• pay attention to physical activity (sports)!

This medicine contains approximately 185 mg of usable carbohydrates per single dose (1 film-coated tablet).

When should Valverde Constipation not be taken or only taken with caution?

Valverde Constipation must not be used in small children, in cases of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, e.g. in existing inflammatory bowel diseases, or in cases of intestinal obstruction.

Because of the risk of habituation, laxatives should only be taken occasionally and not for longer than one to two weeks.

Long-term use of higher doses than recommended can result in diarrhea with water loss and salt imbalance, as well as damage to the intestinal mucosa. Long-term treatment should be under medical supervision. Children aged 6-12 may only take the preparation on medical prescription.

Very rare, but sometimes serious cases of liver damage have been observed in connection with a preparation containing a certain butterbur extract (CO 2 extract). However, a liver-damaging effect cannot be ruled out for the alcoholic butterbur extract used in Valverde Constipation. In the case of existing liver damage, it is therefore generally advisable not to take medications containing butterbur.

Unusual tiredness, weakness or loss of appetite and unintentional weight loss, yellowing of the conjunctiva of the eyes or skin, dark urine or discolored stools may indicate liver damage. If such symptoms occur, Valverde Constipation must be discontinued immediately and a doctor should be consulted immediately.

Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you:

• suffer from other diseases,
• have allergies or
• take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!)

Can Valverde Constipation be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Based on experience to date, there is no known risk to the child when used as directed. However, systematic scientific studies have never been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding, or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How to use Valverde Constipation?

Adults and adolescents aged 12 and over take 1-2 film-coated tablets for constipation, children aged 6 to 12 (unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor) take 1 film-coated tablet in the evening before going to bed. The preparation must be taken with sufficient liquid (at least 1 glass of water). The effect begins after approximately 8 hours.

Follow the dosage instructions in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Valverde Constipation have?

The following side effects may occur when taking Valverde Constipation:

In rare cases, the preparation can cause flatulence or abdominal cramps. If loose stools occur, the amount taken should be reduced.

Very rare but sometimes serious cases of liver damage have been observed in connection with a preparation containing a certain butterbur extract (CO 2 extract). However, a liver-damaging effect cannot be ruled out for the alcoholic extract used in Valverde Constipation. See "When should Valverde Constipation not be used or should it only be used with caution?".

If you notice any side effects not listed here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else should be considered?

This medicine should only be used until the date stated on the container with “EXP”.

Store at room temperature (15 – 25 °C) in the original packaging.

The medicine should be kept out of the reach of children.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed specialist information.

What is contained in Valverde Constipation?

1 film-coated tablet contains 370 mg powder from dried fig fruits ( Ficus carica ), 60 mg of a standardized dry extract from senna fruits ( Cassia senna ) corresponding to 12 mg hydroxyanthracene glycosides, calculated as sennoside B (DEV 7-12:1, extraction solvent ethanol 60% V/V), 40 mg of a dry extract from butterbur roots ( Petasites hybridus rhizoma ) (DEV 7-14:1, extraction solvent ethanol 90% m/m).

This preparation contains additional excipients.

registration number

47620 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Valverde Constipation? What packs are available?

Available in pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription, in blister packs of 20 film-coated tablets.

marketing authorization holder

Sidroga AG, 4310 Rheinfelden