HUMEXLib Cold and flu 16 capsules

HUMEXLib Rhume état grippal 16 capsules

HUMEX ETAT GRIPPAL combines paracetamol, to relieve headaches and reduce fever, with chlorphenamine, an H1 antihistamine with a sedative effect that treats clear nasal discharge. In the event of flu-like symptoms (fever over 38°C, aches and pains, extreme fatigue, combined with respiratory signs such as coughing), influenza may be suspected. Call your GP.

Description ofHUMEXLib 16 capsules

Therapeutic indications:
This medicine is indicated for the treatment of colds, rhinitis, rhinopharyngitis and influenza in adults and children over 15 years of age:

• clear nasal discharge and lacrimation,
• sneezing,
• headaches and/or fever.

Directions for useHUMEXLib 16 capsules

For adults and children over 15 years of age.
Method of administration: Oral. Capsules should be swallowed as they are, with a drink (e.g. water, milk, fruit juice).
The sedative effect of chlorphenamine maleate makes it preferable to take them in the evening.

Dosage : The usual dose is 1 capsule, repeated as needed after at least 4 hours, but not exceeding 4 capsules a day.
1 capsule contains 500mg paracetamol and 4mg chlorphenamine maleate.
For adults and children over 15, paracetamol dosage is 1g per dose and 3g per day.

Frequency of administration: 1 capsule, repeated as needed after a minimum of 4 hours, not to exceed 4 capsules per day.
In cases of severe renal insufficiency (creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min), the interval between two doses should be at least 8 hours.
In the event of persistent fever or pain, the treatment course should be reassessed.

Composition ofHUMEXLib 16 capsules

Composition in active ingredients:
Paracetamol . 500.0 mg
Chlorphenamine maleate . 4.0 mg
Per capsule.

For full list of excipients, see section 6.1.

Precautions for use

In the event of persistent fever or pain, and taking into account the recommended dosage, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Elderly people with prostate problems, who are prone to chronic constipation, dizziness or drowsiness, should be treated with caution.

In the event of serious liver or kidney disease, tell your doctor so that he/she can adjust the dosage. This medicine may cause drowsiness which is increased by alcohol. It may be preferable :

• start treatment in the evening,
• avoid alcohol-containing drugs for the duration of treatment.

IF IN DOUBT, ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.

HUMEXLib presentation

Box of 16 capsules.

The common cold, or rhinitis (inflammation or infection of the nasal cavity), is an infectious disease of the upper respiratory tract, particularly the nasal mucosa.
Most colds are caused by viruses, and are very common in autumn, winter and early spring. They are often associated with a cold (influenza-like illness or the common cold). Adults can suffer from several colds a year, averaging 2 to 3. Small children are even more prone to colds.
More than 200 different viruses can cause a cold. Note the difference with the flu, which is caused by the influenza virus alone.
Certain factors, such as cold, stress or humidity, can directly or indirectly promote the development of a cold.

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paracetamol, chlorphenamine

. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Contraindications . Warning . Drug Interactions . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon

This medication replaces HUMEX GRIPPAL STATE.

PRESENTATIONS ^(summary)

HUMEXLIB: capsule; box of 16.
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COMPOSITION ^(summary)

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Paracetamol	500 mg
Chlorphenamine maleate	4 mg

INDICATIONS ^(summary)

This medication combines chlorphenamine, an antihistamine with a drying effect on nasal secretions and paracetamol, which has antipyretic and analgesic action.
It is used to relieve runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, headaches and fever associated with colds and flu-like conditions.

CONTRAINDICATIONS ^(summary)

This medication should not be used in the following cases:

• hepatic impairment ,
  
• risk of closed-angle glaucoma ,
  
• risk of blocking urine ( adenoma of the prostate ).
  

WARNING ^(Contents)

This medicine can cause acute glaucoma in susceptible persons: red, hard and painful eyes, with blurred vision. An emergency consultation with an ophthalmologist is necessary.
Because of the presence of an antihistamine with sedative and atropine properties , precautions are necessary in patients with severe renal insufficiency and in the elderly, especially in the case of chronic constipation, prostatic adenoma , tendency to dizziness or drops in blood pressure.
Paracetamol is present alone or in combination with other substances in many medicines: make sure not to take several medicines containing paracetamol simultaneously, as a joint dose leads to a risk of overdosage, which can be toxic to the liver.
Avoid alcoholic beverages: increased risk of drowsiness.
This medication may induce somnolence, sometimes intense in some people. This drowsiness can be increased by taking alcohol or other sedative drugs. Driving and using hazardous machines are not recommended, especially within hours of taking the medication.

DRUG INTERACTIONS ^(summary)

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines that have atropine or sedative effects (tranquillizers, sleeping pills, some cough or pain medications containing opioids , antidepressants , neuroleptics, etc.).
If treated with an oral anticoagulant and paracetamol at maximum doses (4 g / day) for at least 4 days, increased monitoring of anticoagulant therapy may be required.

PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING ^(summary)

Pregnancy :
Use of this medication during pregnancy is possible, provided that the recommended dosage is followed. However, its use in the days prior to delivery should be reported to the physician; in fact, special surveillance of the newborn may be necessary.

Breastfeeding:
This drug passes weakly into breast milk; as a precautionary measure, it is not recommended for use in nursing mothers.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND DOSAGE ^(summary)

The capsules should be swallowed with a glass of water or fruit juice at least 4 hours apart. In case of severe renal failure , it is necessary to space the catch for at least 8 hours.
In case of drowsy sleep, privilege the catches in the evening.

Usual dosage:

• Adult and child over 15 years: 1 capsule, 1 to 4 times a day.
  

TIPS ^(summary)

This treatment has no anti-infectious effect. If the condition persists for more than 5 days, consult your doctor.
This medicinal product may be freely available in certain pharmacies; nevertheless, do not hesitate to ask your pharmacist for advice.

POSSIBLE ADVERSE EFFECTS ^(summary)

Drowsiness.
Dry mouth, constipation, disturbances of accommodation , urinary retention.
Orthostatic hypotension , vertigo , tremors, agitation, confusion of ideas especially in the elderly.
Rarely: allergic reaction , abnormal blood count .

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GLOSSARY ^(summary)

accommodation
"Focus" of the eye, allowing clear vision close up. Presbyopia is the most common disorder of accommodation; some drugs such as atropine may cause passenger accommodation problems.


adenoma of the prostate
Increase in the volume of the prostate gland located under the bladder of the man. This increase in volume is benign, has no relationship to cancer, but can interfere with the passage of urine into the urethra through the gland.
Symptoms that suggest the presence of a prostate adenoma are:

• difficulty urinating (slowness, weakness of the spray);
  
• the need to get up several times at night to urinate;
  
• urges to urinate imperiously and difficult to control.
  

Certain drugs, especially atropinic drugs, may have the undesirable effect of aggravating the discomfort and may lead to a total blockage of the evacuation of the bladder. They are therefore contraindicated or should be used cautiously in men with the symptoms described above.


alcohol
General name designating a family of substances that have the property of being able to be mixed with water and fatty substances. The most common alcohol is ethyl alcohol (ethanol), but there are many other alcohols: methanol, butanol, etc. The degree of alcoholic solution corresponds to the volume of pure alcohol present in 100 ml of solution, knowing that 1 glass of wine or 1/2 of beer (25 cl) contains about 8 g of alcohol.
When alcohol is used as an antiseptic, an unpleasant odor denaturant is often added to prevent drinking. Contrary to a widespread belief, alcohol at 70o (or even at 60o) is a better antiseptic than alcohol at 90o.


analgesic
Medication that works against pain. Analgesics act either directly on the centers of pain in the brain or by blocking the transmission of pain to the brain.
Synonym: analgesic.


anticoagulant
Medication that prevents blood from coagulating and therefore prevents clots from forming in the blood vessels.
Anticoagulants are used to treat or prevent phlebitis, pulmonary embolism, certain infarcts. They also prevent the formation of clots in the heart during rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation or in the case of an artificial heart valve.
There are two main types of anticoagulants:

• oral anticoagulants, which block the action of vitamin K (antivitamin K, or AVK) and whose effectiveness is controlled by a blood test: INR (formerly TP);
  

• injectable anticoagulants derived from heparin, the efficacy of which can be controlled by the blood assay of anti-Xa activity, Howell's Time (TH) or Cephalin Kaolin Time (TCK) depending on the products used. A regular dosage of blood platelets is necessary throughout the life of a heparin derivative.
  

antidepressants
Medication that works against depression. Some antidepressants are also used to combat obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety, certain rebellious pain, enuresis, etc.
Depending on their mode of action and adverse effects, antidepressants are divided into different families: imipraminic antidepressants, serotonin reuptake inhibitors, selective or non-selective MAOIs. Finally, other antidepressants do not belong to any of these families, because they possess original properties.
The mode of action of antidepressants has two main aspects: the relief of moral suffering and the fight against inhibition which removes all will to action from the depressed. There may be a time lag between these two effects: moral suffering may persist, while the capacity for action reappears. During this short period, the risk of suicide in some depressed people can be increased. The physician takes it into account in its prescription (possible association with a tranquillizer) and it must imperatively be respected.


antihistamine
Medication that opposes different effects of histamine. Two main types exist: antihistamines type H1 (antiallergic) and antihistamines type H2 (gastric antiulcer). Some antihistamines of type H1 are sedative, others do not alter vigilance.


antipyretic
Medication used to lower the body temperature during bouts of fever.


atropine
Medication with effects similar to those of atropine. Atropinics fight spasms and diarrhea. Adverse effects of atropinic drugs include: thickening of bronchial secretions, dry mouth and mucous membranes, constipation, risk of urine blockage and acute glaucoma in susceptible persons, accommodation disorders, abnormal sensitivity to light by dilation of the pupil. Taking several atropine medicines increases the risk of adverse effects. In the event of overdose or accidental ingestion, the following signs may also appear: red and warm skin, fever, acceleration of breathing, fall or, on the contrary, elevated blood pressure, agitation, hallucinations, poor coordination of movements. Emergency care should be given to your doctor or, if not available, call 15, 112 or an emergency medical service.
In addition to atropine and its derivatives, other drugs have atropine effects: imipraminic antidepressants, some antihistamines, antispasmodics, antiparkinsonian and neuroleptic.


glaucoma
Disease characterized by increased pressure of the fluids contained in the eye (intraocular hypertension).
This general term covers two totally different affections:

• Open angle glaucoma or chronic glaucoma is the most frequent; it is generally symptom-free, detected by the measurement of intraocular tension in the ophthalmologist. It does not cause acute seizures, and treatment relies primarily on beta-blocking eye drops. People with open-angle glaucoma should not use cortisone derivatives without prior ophthalmologic advice.
  
• Closed-angle glaucoma or acute glaucoma is more rare. Between seizures, intraocular tension is normal. But the inadvertent use of atropine medicines (especially eye drops) causes an acute crisis of intraocular hypertension which can permanently damage the retina in a few hours. It is an ophthalmological emergency that is recognized by a brutally red eye, horribly painful, hard as a glass ball, and whose vision becomes blurred.
  

The angle in question in these two affections is the irido-corneal angle. It is indeed between the iris and the cornea that is located the system of evacuation of the liquids of the eye. A slightly open (closed) angle exposes a total obstruction of the evacuation system. This obstruction can occur when the iris is opened to the maximum (mydriasis) under the effect of an atropinic drug: the iris then comes to be attached to the cornea.
Contraindications for atropine medicines are limited to those who have already had closed-angle glaucoma or who have been detected by an ophthalmologist. Those who suffer from chronic open-angle glaucoma are not affected by these contraindications.


Orthostatic hypotension
Reduced blood pressure when changing from elongated to standing. Due mostly to drugs, orthostatic hypotension results in dizziness with risk of fall, especially in the elderly. These disturbances can be prevented by avoiding sudden changes of position: sit for a few moments at the edge of the bed before standing up, slowly rising from a seat with a support before moving.
Wearing compression stockings, which prevents blood from flowing back to the legs while standing, is also used to treat orthostatic hypotension.


Hepatic insufficiency
Inability of the liver to perform its function, which is essentially the elimination of some waste, but also the synthesis of many biological substances essential to the body: albumin, cholesterol and coagulation factors (vitamin K, etc.).


renal failure
Inability of the kidneys to eliminate waste or medicinal substances. Advanced renal insufficiency does not necessarily result in a decrease in the amount of urine excreted. Only a blood test and creatinine dosage may reveal this disease.


neuroleptics
Family of medicines used in the treatment of certain nervous disorders or various symptoms: digestive disorders, menopausal disorders, etc.


new born
Child less than one month old.


blood count
The count measures the number of red blood cells (red blood cells), white blood cells (leukocytes) and platelets in the blood. The blood formula specifies the percentage of different white blood cells: neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes, monocytes.
Abbreviation: NFS.


opiates
A chemical family that includes opium and its derivatives. In addition to drugs such as opium or heroin, the opiate family includes morphine (strong analgesic), codeine (antitussive and analgesic) and many other substances.


dosage
Quantity and distribution of the dose of a drug according to the age, weight and general condition of the patient.


allergic reaction
Reaction due to hypersensitivity of the organism to a drug. Allergic reactions can take a wide variety of aspects: urticaria, angioedema, eczema, eruption of pimples resembling measles, etc. Anaphylactic shock is a generalized allergic reaction that causes discomfort due to a sudden drop in blood pressure.


sedative

• Quiets, calms down.
  
• Medication belonging to different families: anxiolytics, hypnotics, analgesics, cough suppressants, antiepileptics, neuroleptics, etc. but also antidepressants, antihistamines H1, antihypertensives. A sedative can be responsible for drowsiness and increase the effects of alcohol.
  

overdose
Excessive intake of a drug may result in an increase in the intensity of adverse effects or even in the development of specific adverse effects.
This overdose may result from accidental or voluntary poisoning for suicide, so consult your local Poison Control Center (listed in the appendix to the book). However, in most cases, overdose is the result of an error in the understanding of the prescription, or the search for an increase in efficacy by exceeding the recommended dosage. Finally, untimely self-medication may lead to excessive absorption of the same substance contained in different drugs. Some drugs are particularly prone to this risk because they are (wrongly) considered to be harmless: vitamins A and D, aspirin, etc. Stopping or decreasing drug intake helps to remove the disorders associated with an overdose.


dizziness
Symptom that can mean an impression of loss of balance (common sense) or, more strictly, a sense of rotation on oneself or the environment (medical sense).