Tesalin N Filmtabl 20 pcs

What is Tesalin N and when is it used?

Tesalin N is a herbal medicine used to treat the symptoms of hay fever (allergic rhinitis) and the associated discomfort in the eyes, nose and throat. The use of Tesalin N leads to a noticeable improvement in general well-being.

Tesalin N is standardized to 8 mg Petasine per film-coated tablet. The contained extract (Ze 339) is obtained from the leaves of the butterbur (Petasites hybridus L.).

What should be considered?

This medicinal product contains less than 0.2 mg of usable carbohydrates per single dose (1 film-coated tablet).

When should Tesalin N not be taken or only with caution?

Tesalin N should not be taken if there is a known hypersensitivity to one of the Ingredients.

Tesalin N must not be taken by children under the age of 12.

Very rare but sometimes serious liver damage has been reported in connection with preparations that have a CO_{2 extract from the roots of butterbur was observed. However, a liver-damaging effect cannot be ruled out for the CO2 extract contained in Tesalin N from the leaves of the butterbur (Ze 339). If you have liver damage, you should be particularly careful when taking medicines containing butterbur.}

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

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

Can Tesalin N be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, at No known risk for the child if used as directed. However, systematic scientific investigations 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 do you use Tesalin N?

Unless otherwise prescribed, adults and adolescents aged 12 and over take 2 film-coated tablets spread over the day. In the case of heavy pollen exposure, 1 film-coated tablet can be taken 3 times a day if necessary. The film-coated tablet should be swallowed whole with some water. The tablets can be taken regardless of the time of day or meals.

The use and safety of Tesalin N in children under the age of 12 has not yet been tested. Tesalin N should therefore not be taken by this age group.

Stick to the dosage given in the package insert or prescribed by the doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Tesalin N have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Tesalin N: often gastrointestinal complaints such as abdominal pain, diarrhea or Nausea and occasionally hypersensitivity reactions of the skin with redness, swelling, itching. Hypersensitivity reactions in patients with sensitization to plants from the daisy family and headaches. There is no information on how often these side effects occur.

Very rare but sometimes serious liver damage has been reported in connection with preparations containing a CO₂ extract from butterbur roots contained, observed. However, a liver-damaging effect cannot be ruled out for the CO₂ extract from the leaves of the butterbur used in Tesalin N either. In the event of an unusual drop in performance, yellowing of the conjunctiva of the eyes or skin, dark urine or discolored stools, Tesalin N should be discontinued as an indication of possible liver damage and a doctor orconsult a doctor.

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

What else needs to be taken into account?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container Date are used.

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

Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.

If If your symptoms persist, you should consult a doctor. Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed technical information.

What does Tesalin N contain?

1 Tesalin N film-coated tablet contains 17.8 - 40 mg carbon dioxide extract from the leaves of butterbur (Ze 339) (DEV 50-100:1), equivalent to 8 mg petasine.

This preparation also contains excipients.

Approval number

55974 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Tesalin N? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.

Blisters of 20 and 60 film-coated tablets.

Authorization holder

Zeller Medical AG, CH-8590 Romanshorn

This leaflet was last checked by the Medicines Agency (Swissmedic) in August 2017.