Entolex
Entolex is a herbal medicine with peppermint oil used to relieve mild cramps, gas, and stomach pain in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Form
enterokapseli, pehmeä
Active Ingredient
Peppermint oil
Manufacturer
Sana Pharma Medical AS
How to Use
Dosage
Adults and elderly: 1-2 capsules. Young people (12-17 years): 1 capsule.
Method
Swallow capsules whole with enough cold liquid (preferably a glass of cold water) at least 30 minutes before a meal. Do not break or chew.
Important
Do not take more than three times a day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •heartburn
- •burning sensation around the anus
- •blurred vision
- •dry mouth
- •nausea
- •vomiting
RARE
- •unusual smell of stool and urine (menthol-like)
- •painful urination
- •inflammation of the glans penis
- •severe allergic reactions, including anaphylactic shock (a sudden severe allergic reaction with symptoms like low blood pressure and breathing difficulties), requiring immediate medical care
- •headache
- •very slow heart rate (bradycardia)
- •tremors
- •poor muscle coordination
- •red skin rash
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to peppermint oil, menthol, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have liver disease, bile duct inflammation, low stomach acid, gallstones, or any other gallbladder disease.
- If you have heartburn or a hiatal hernia, your symptoms might get worse; if this happens, stop using Entolex.
- Do not use other products with peppermint oil while taking Entolex.
- Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
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- Avoid taking with medicines that reduce stomach acid (e.g., antacids) as they can cause the capsule to dissolve too early.
- Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as there is not enough safety information.
- Contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen significantly, if you are over 40 and your symptoms have changed or have been absent for a long time, if you recently had blood in your stool, or if you have unexplained loss of appetite or weight.