Plantaben 30 sachets

It is a medicine with laxative action whose active ingredient is the cuticles of the seeds of Plantago ovata, a plant that has the capacity to retain liquid to increase faecal mass, giving it the perfect consistency to normalise intestinal transit.

Plantaben sachets are used to treat the symptoms of constipation or in situations where it is necessary to facilitate the passage of stool, such as in cases of fissures, haemorrhoids or painful bowel movements after anal or rectal surgery.

Empty the contents of the sachet into a glass of cold water of approximately 200 cc, dissolve until a uniform mixture is obtained and swallow quickly. It is recommended to drink 1 to 2 litres of water a day for the duration of the treatment.

As for the number of sachets, the recommended dose depends on the age of the patient:

• Adults, adolescents from 12 years of age and older people: take 2 to 3 sachets a day, according to need.
• Children from 6 to 12 years of age: take 1 to 2 sachets a day, as needed, without exceeding the maximum dose,

Do not take Plantaben sachets:

• In children under 6 years of age.
• In case of allergy to Plantago ovata seeds or to any of the other components included in this medicine.
• In case of diabetes mellitus, intestinal obstruction, stenosis of the digestive tract, faecal impaction, paralysis of the colon.
• If you suffer from nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain, difficulty in swallowing, rectal bleeding, diseases of the oesophagus and cardia or inability to defecate.

Although it is generally well tolerated, it may have some side effects in certain people. Possible side effects of Plantaben include

• Flatulence: may cause gas, especially at the beginning of treatment.
• Abdominal bloating:Does Plantaben bloat the tummy? Some people may feel bloating or abdominal discomfort.
• Abdominal pain: in rare cases, it may cause cramps or pain in the abdomen.
• Diarrhoea: if taken in excess, it may cause diarrhoea instead of regulating bowel movements.
• Allergies: in rare cases, allergic reactions such as rash, itching or breathing difficulties may occur. People with fibre allergies may be at increased risk.
• Intestinal blockage: if not taken with sufficient water, there is a risk that the fibres may cause intestinal blockage, although this is rare.

It is important to drink plenty of water while taking Plantaben to avoid complications.

Each sachet of Plantaben contains 3.5 g of Plantago ovata seed cuticle as the main active ingredient. The other excipients are: saccharinsodium, sodium bicarbonate, tartaric acid, grit, orange essence, orange-yellow colouring S (E-110).

Plantaben 30 sachets is a medicine classified as a bulk-forming laxative. It is formulated with plantago ovata seeds, which have the property of retaining water in their cuticle, which gives stools the right volume and consistency.

We are going to prepare it with water, taking it before or after meals, depending on what we are interested in, as we know that if we take it half an hour before meals we take advantage of its satiating and appetite-reducing capacity.

This fibre is indicated for constipation and painful bowel movements with haemorrhoids, fissures or after anal surgery.

If you have any questions, please contact our team of pharmacists.

The prices of non-prescription medicines are set by law. In our online pharmacy you can buy this medicine at a 10% discount, which is the maximum discount allowed by law.