{"product_id":"pergidal-bambini-3-6-g-polvere-per-soluzione-orale-20-bustine-da-3-75-g","title":"PERGIDAL CHILDREN 3.6 G POWDER FOR ORAL SOLUTION 20 SACHETS OF 3.75 G","description":"\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePergidal children 3.6 g powder for oral solution\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Macrogol 4000\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWhat it is and what it is used for\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe active ingredient of Pergidal is macrogol 4000, a substance that facilitates the evacuation of feces by drawing water into the intestinal lumen (osmotic laxative).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This medicine is used to treat constipation in children aged 6 months to 12 years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWhat you need to know before taking the medicine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eDo not give Pergidal to your child\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • if you are allergic to macrogol 4000 or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);\u003cbr\u003e • if you have sudden (sharp) abdominal pain of unknown origin;\u003cbr\u003e • if you have nausea or vomiting;\u003cbr\u003e • if you have a marked increase or reduction in intestinal motility (peristalsis);\u003cbr\u003e • if you have bleeding from the rectum.\u003cbr\u003e In all these cases, it is necessary for the doctor to carry out an adequate evaluation (diagnosis) in order to exclude one of the conditions that make the use of this medicine inappropriate, for example: \u003cbr\u003e- severe inflammatory bowel diseases (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease);\u003cbr\u003e - abnormal size of the colon (toxic megacolon) associated with narrowing of the intestinal lumen with obvious complications;\u003cbr\u003e - perforation or risk of intestinal perforation;\u003cbr\u003e - intestinal obstruction without an obvious cause (paralytic ileus), blockage (obstruction) or narrowing (stenosis) of the intestine;\u003cbr\u003e - severe state of dehydration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWarnings and precautions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before giving your child Pergidal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The doctor must exclude that the constipation is caused by specific problems (an organic disorder).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Treatment of constipation with any medicine is only a support to a healthy lifestyle and a correct diet, for example: a diet rich in fluids and fiber, appropriate physical activity and restoration of intestinal reflexes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Take special care and consult your doctor: \u003cbr\u003e• if your child experiences allergic reactions during treatment. Very rare cases of hypersensitivity reactions (skin rash, urticaria, oedema) and exceptionally anaphylactic shock have been reported with medicines containing macrogol (polyethylene glycol);\u003cbr\u003e • if your child suffers from constant constipation. Continuous treatment of constipation always requires the intervention of a doctor for diagnosis, prescription of medicines and monitoring during therapy;\u003cbr\u003e • if the use of this medicine is due to a sudden change in previous bowel habits (frequency and characteristics of bowel movements) that lasts for more than two weeks;\u003cbr\u003e • if the use of the laxative fails to produce effects;\u003cbr\u003e • if he is an elderly patient and\/or his general health conditions are not good;\u003cbr\u003e • if your child experiences persistent diarrhoea; \u003cbr\u003e• if your child develops sudden abdominal pain or rectal bleeding while taking Pergidal for bowel preparation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In case of diarrhoea, if there is a predisposition to alterations in the water-salt balance, for example in the elderly patient, if the liver or kidney function is compromised or if you are taking medicines that increase the elimination of urine (diuretics), the doctor will evaluate whether to consider checking the minerals present in the blood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please see your doctor \u003cb\u003eafter three months\u003c\/b\u003e of treatment for a complete clinical review of your child.\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003eLaxative abuse (frequent or prolonged use or excessive doses) can cause persistent diarrhea with excessive loss of water, mineral salts (especially potassium) and other essential nutrients. In more serious cases, imbalances may occur that can cause heart problems or disturbances in the transmission of signals from the brain to the muscles (neuromuscular). These phenomena may occur especially if your child also takes medicines for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias (cardiac glycosides), medicines that increase urine output (diuretics) or anti-inflammatory medicines (corticosteroids).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Excessive use of laxatives, especially those that increase intestinal contractions (contact laxatives, other than Pergidal), can cause dependence (hence the need to gradually increase the dosage), chronic constipation and loss of normal intestinal functions (intestinal atony).\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003ePergidal does not contain significant amounts of sugars or polyols and can be prescribed in diabetic patients or in patients on a galactose-free diet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eHealth education notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e First of all, it must be kept in mind that, in most cases, a balanced diet rich in water and fiber (bran, vegetables and fruit) can permanently solve the problem of constipation.\u003cbr\u003e Many people think they are constipated if they are unable to have a bowel movement every day.\u003cbr\u003e This is a misconception as this situation is completely normal for a large number of individuals.\u003cbr\u003e Consider, instead, that constipation occurs when bowel movements are reduced compared to one's personal habits and are associated with the emission of hard stools.\u003cbr\u003e Contact your doctor if episodes of constipation occur repeatedly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eChildren under 2 years old\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eData on the efficacy of this medicine in children under 2 years of age are limited.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePossible side effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e • \u003cb\u003eSide effects in children:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eCommon\u003c\/b\u003e (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):\u003cbr\u003e - abdominal pain;\u003cbr\u003e - diarrhea (which may cause perianal irritation).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncommon\u003c\/b\u003e (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):\u003cbr\u003e - vomit;\u003cbr\u003e - wind in the stomach (flatulence);\u003cbr\u003e - nausea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eRare\u003c\/b\u003e (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):\u003cbr\u003e - severe diarrhea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eFrequency not known\u003c\/b\u003e (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data):\u003cbr\u003e - hypersensitivity reactions, which may manifest themselves with itching, skin rashes, hives or localized swelling especially of the face or hands, swelling or tingling of the lips or throat (edema);\u003cbr\u003e - difficulty breathing.\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e• \u003cb\u003eSide effects in adults:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eCommon\u003c\/b\u003e (may affect up to 1 in 10 people);\u003cbr\u003e - abdominal pain and\/or abdominal swelling;\u003cbr\u003e - diarrhea;\u003cbr\u003e - nausea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eUncommon\u003c\/b\u003e (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):\u003cbr\u003e - vomit;\u003cbr\u003e - urgency to defecate;\u003cbr\u003e - fecal incontinence;\u003cbr\u003e - anal irritation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eRare\u003c\/b\u003e (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):\u003cbr\u003e - severe diarrhea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eVery rare\u003c\/b\u003e (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):\u003cbr\u003e - hypersensitivity reactions, which may manifest as itching, skin rashes, hives or localized swelling especially of the face or hands, swelling or tingling of the lips or throat (edema);\u003cbr\u003e - Quincke's edema, a condition characterized by the rapid appearance of swellings extending to the face, hands, feet, genitals, or even the mucous membranes;\u003cbr\u003e - difficulty breathing, anaphylactic shock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eFrequency not known\u003c\/b\u003e (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data): \u003cbr\u003e- sodium deficiency (hyponatremia);\u003cbr\u003e - potassium deficiency (hypokalemia);\u003cbr\u003e - dehydration especially in elderly patients.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If the side effects listed above occur, consult your doctor and, if necessary, stop taking the medicine.\u003cbr\u003e Following the instructions in the package leaflet reduces the risk of side effects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eReporting of side effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: \u003cu\u003ehttps:\/\/www.aifa.gov.it\/content\/segnalazionireazioni-avverse\u003c\/u\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.","brand":"NEOPHARMED GENTILI SPA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52809750610254,"sku":"032920023","price":9.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/6214\/9710\/files\/TE004-H0004435.jpg?v=1768774703","url":"https:\/\/farmaspeed.it\/en-eu\/products\/pergidal-bambini-3-6-g-polvere-per-soluzione-orale-20-bustine-da-3-75-g","provider":"Farmaspeed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}