Siccalix Nasal Ointment 20 g - Healthy Products from Switzerland

What is Siccalix and when is it used?

Siccalix is ​​a nasal ointment for moistening dry nasal mucosa. Its promoting effects on the cell tissue support the regeneration of the skin and mucous membranes, especially in cases after an operation on the nasal septum.

The two active ingredients contained in Siccalix, sea salt and dexpanthenol, complement each other in their effects. The properties of sea salt cause the nasal mucosa to be moistened, which means that the fine cilia in the nose are no longer obstructed and they can perform their function again.

Dexpanthenol plays an important role in maintaining the metabolism in the upper cell layers of the skin and mucous membranes in the nose.

Siccalix is ​​used to moisten dry nasal mucosa, to clean the nasal cavities, to remove crusts.

Upon recommendation pharmacist or on medical prescription, Siccalix is ​​also used after operations on the nasal septum.

When should Siccalix not be used?

Siccalix should not be used if you are hypersensitive to one of the ingredients.

When is caution required when using Siccalix?

If used as directed, no special precautions need to be taken.

Inform your doctor if you Pharmacist or druggist or your doctor if you

• suffer from other diseases,

• have allergies or

• take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally!

Can Siccalix be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

During pregnancy and breastfeeding you should avoid taking medicines or consult a doctor as a precaution or ask your doctor for advice.

How do you use Siccalix?

Adults:

Insert some ointment into both nostrils 2 - 3 times a day and then massage in gently.

The use and safety of Siccalix nasal ointment in children and adolescents has not yet been tested.

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 Siccalix have?

Siccalix has not had any side effects when used as directed.

If you do notice any side effects, tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist istin.

What else should be observed?

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

Store at room temperature (15-25°C).

Keep out of the reach of children.

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

What does Siccalix contain?

1 g Siccalix nasal ointment contains:

Active ingredients: 10 mg sea salt, 50 mg dexpanthenol.

Excipients: sorbitol, sodium methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (E219), sorbic acid (E200), excip. per 1g

Authorization number

47'880 Swissmedic

Where can you get Siccalix? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

One tube of Siccalix contains 20 g of nasal ointment.

Authorization holder

Drossapharm AG, 4002 Basel

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in September 2007.