Explanation / definition

Mucofalk® is a herbal remedy against constipation (constipation) from the group of swelling and filling agents, or stool softeners. The drug contains ground Indian psyllium husks from the Plantagoovata plant as the active ingredient. It is also used to relieve irritable bowel syndrome and to support diarrhea.

Read more on the topic: Dulcolax®

Dosage forms

Mucofalk® is free for sale Available in 150 or 300g cans or in a travel pack with 20/100 sachets of 5g granules. There is also the option of choosing between the flavors apple and orange.

dosage

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When taking Mucofalk®, care should always be taken to drink the medication with sufficient liquid (at least 150ml per serving).

The contents of a measuring spoon or a sachet should be included plenty of fluid (at least 150ml) stirred be taken. Depending on the area of ​​application, the dose can be between 2 and 6 servings daily be. The drug is allowed never dry be taken, otherwise there is a risk of suffocation due to blockage throat, windpipe and esophagus threatens.

Side effects

Mucofalk® is usually a well-tolerated drug, but there are still potential for undesirable side effects. Often occur more intensely within the first few days of treatment Flatulence which, however, quickly subside after a few days. Very rare side effects are:

  • Hypersensitivity reactions (rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, itching)

  • Cramped airways (bronchospasm)

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Interactions

In the case of the following drugs, the absorption of the active ingredients into the blood can be delayed and thus also influence the desired therapeutic effect:

  • Minerals and vitamin B12

  • Heart failure medication (Glycosides)

  • Anticoagulants (Coumarins)

  • Drugs for epilepsy (Carbamazepine) or depression (lithium)

Interactions can occur if other drugs or medication are taken at the same time. The following preparations may be used together with Mucofalk® only under medical supervision be taken:

  • Medicines that inhibit natural bowel movement

  • Thyroid hormones

  • insulin

Contraindications / Contraindications

Although Mucofalk® is a herbal remedy, in some cases is ingestion not permitted. This includes:

  • Allergies against the components, in particular Indian psyllium husks

  • Pathological narrowing of the esophagus or des Stomach

  • Difficulty swallowing

  • Intestinal obstruction

  • Sudden, prolonged change in how you behave in your stool

  • Blood in the stool

  • Severe form of diabetes (Diabetes mellitus)

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For longer, unclear complaints that persist despite taking Mucofalk® do not improve, a doctor must be consulted.

Mode of action

Indian psyllium husks, the active ingredient in Mucofalk®, have a high proportion of so-called Mucous polysaccharides. They can bind up to 40 times their own weight in water and through this increase in volume they loosen one Stretching stimulus in the intestine, so that a laxative effect is achieved. Therefore, when taking it is essential to have one adequate hydration to pay attention! In addition, bind gases and toxins from bacteria (Toxins).

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application areas

Mucofalk is mainly used in the treatment of constipation and diarrhea.

Mucofalk® mainly used in the treatment of constipation (Constipation) and diarrhea (Diarrhea). Ultimately, due to the great swelling power of psyllium husks, the Bowel motility (Motility) regulates, and the retention time of water in the intestine is extended.

It is also recommended to use Mucofalk® to use in diseases that are a facilitated bowel movement aim with soft stool. This includes hemorrhoids, Tears in the mucous membrane in the area of ​​the anus (anal fissures) or in the event of painful defecation after operations in the rectum area.

For diseases that are a increased fiber intake require, e.g. Irritable bowel syndrome, can Mucofalk® be used supportively.

In alternative medicine, the drug is finding increasing acceptance in the treatment of heightened cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia) and obesity (Obesity).

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Prices (exemplary and without recommendation)

Mucofalk® Can of granules 300 g (AVP): 14.70 euros

Mucofalk® Can of granules 150 g (AVP): 9.02 euros

Mucofalk® Granulate bag, 100 pieces. (AVP): 28.20 euros

Mucofalk® Granulate bag 20 pcs. (AVP): 7.08 euros


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