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When are Weleda Amara drops used?

According to anthroposophical knowledge of man and nature, Weleda Amara - Drops can be used for digestive problems such as heartburn, flatulence and feeling of fullness after eating, to stimulate the flow of bile and for loss of appetite and nausea.

The effect of Weleda Amara Drops is based on a balanced mixture of medicinal plants with tonic (invigorating) and aromatic bitter substances, which are suitable for stimulating digestion. Weleda Amara drops gently stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, promote the formation and secretion of bile and thereby facilitate the digestion of fats. They are also effective against flatulence and cramps.

What should you watch out for?

If your doctor has prescribed other medicines for you, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether Weleda Amara drops may be taken at the same time.

When should Weleda Amara drops not be taken or only with caution?

Weleda Amara drops should not be used if you are hypersensitive to one of the ingredients.

Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

– Suffering from other diseases,

– Have allergies or

– Take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!).

Can Weleda-Amara drops be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as intended. 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 Weleda Amara drops?

Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, take Weleda Amara drops undiluted or in a little water:

Adults and adolescents from 12 years: 10-15 drops.

Children aged 6+: 5-8 drops.

In case of loss of appetite: approx. ¼ hour before eating.

For heartburn, flatulence and feeling of fullness: approx. 1 hour after eating.

Follow the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If the desired improvement does not occur during the treatment of a small child/child, a doctor should be consulted with him or her.

If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Weleda Amara drops have?

Up to now, no side effects have been observed for Weleda Amara drops when used as intended. If you do notice any side effects, tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

If the symptoms worsen or there is no improvement, discontinue Weleda Amara drops and inform your doctor or pharmacist .

Shake the bottle before use. A slight turbidity of the dropping liquid is normal and does not mean a loss of quality.

Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature (15-25°C) and away from moisture.

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

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information.

What does Weleda Amara drops contain?

1 g drop liquid contains: ethanolic extract from: 20 mg whole fresh chicory and 20 mg dried yarrow herb and 20 mg whole fresh Dandelion and 15 mg fresh gentian root and 10 mg dried sage leaves and 5 mg fresh wormwood herb and 5 mg fresh masterwort rootstock and 2.5 mg fresh centaury and 0.5 mg dried juniper shoot tips.

Excipients: purified water, alcohol.

Contains 47% alcohol by volume.

Approval number

11787 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Weleda Amara drops? What packs are available?

Available in pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.

Drop bottles of 50ml.

Authorization holder

Weleda AG, Arlesheim, Switzerland

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in June 2005.

Swissmedic-approved patient information

Weleda Amara drops