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Linoforce is a herbal laxative for short-term use in the event of occasional constipation (e.g. when changing diet, changing location or going to bed).
Swissmedic-approved patient information
Linoforce 70 g A. Vogel AGHerbal laxative with linseed, senna and frangula
Linoforce is a herbal laxative for short-term use in occasional constipation (e.g. when changing diet, changing location or bed rest), with flaxseed stimulate the large intestine through their swelling effect as well as senna leaves and buckthorn bark.
If you suffer from constipation, you should
– Prefer high-fiber food (vegetables, fruits, wholemeal bread)
– drink plenty of fluids regularly
- Pay attention to physical activity (sport)!
Note for diabetics:
Carbohydrate content: 4.1 g (= 1 scoop) = 12 kcal (50 kJ) = 0.07 BW (0.05 BE)
Linoforce should not be taken if you have diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, if you are hypersensitive to one of the ingredients ( vanillin). Do not use in children under 6 years of age. Because of possible habituation, laxatives may only be taken occasionally and for no longer than 1-2 weeks. Long-term treatments belong under medical supervision. With high doses, prolonged or too frequent use, diarrhea with loss of water and disturbances in the mineral balance (e.g. loss of potassium) can occur and the intestinal mucosa can be damaged. Special caution is therefore required in patients who are also taking certain water-propagating drugs (diuretics), drugs containing liquorice root, corticosteroids, certain antihistamines (such as terfenadine), drugs for heart muscle weakness (cardiac glycosides such as digoxin) and certain drugs for cardiac arrhythmia (antiarrhythmics). Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (including those you bought yourself).
During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, Linoforce may only be taken after consultation with the doctor .
Adults and young people from the age of 12: Take 1/2 to 1 measuring spoon with plenty of liquid (1 glass of water or fruit juice) in the morning or evening . (Onset of effect after approx. 8 hours). For children under 12 years of age, only use if prescribed by a doctor. When taking Linoforce, it is essential to ensure that you drink enough fluids (at least 1 glass of water or fruit juice)! Follow the dosage given 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.
The following side effects can occur when taking Linoforce: In rare cases, flatulence and diarrhea can occur, which usually disappear again when the dose is reduced . If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.
Linoforce should be stored at room temperature (15 - 25° C) and out of the reach of children. Linoforce may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the bottom of the can. Unused or expired packs should be returned to your pharmacist for disposal. Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.
1 measuring spoon (=4.1g) Linoforce granules contains: 1.76 g whole linseed, 0.43 - 0.70 g senna leaf powder, 36.0 - 58.0 mg buckthorn bark powder , standardized to 20.5 mg hydroxyanthracene derivatives (calculated as sennoside B). This preparation also contains auxiliary substances as well as 0.48 g sugar and vanillin.
24749 (Swissmedic)
In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription, in packs of 70 g.
A.Vogel AG, CH-9325 Roggwil
This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in July 2010.