Taking Kaloba Syrup
What this product is and what it is used for
This product is a traditional herbal medicinal product containing Pelargonium sidoides DC root dried extract. 100g (=93.985 ml) syrup contain 0.2506g dried liquid extract from the roots of Pelargonium sidoides DC (EPs® 7630).
Kaloba is a traditional herbal medicinal product used to relieve the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections including the common cold, such as sore throat, cough and blocked or runny nose, based on traditional use only.
Before you take this product
DO NOT TAKE this product if you:
- are allergic to any of the ingredients (see section 6)
- suffer from severe liver or kidney disease
- are pregnant or breast-feeding
If you suffer from an increased tendency to bleeding and/or take anti-coagulating drugs such as warfarin, there is a theoretical risk that taking this product may increase the risk of bleeding.
This product is not suitable for children under the age of 6 years.
How to take this product
For oral use only. Shake the bottle well before use. Use the measuring cup provided.
Adults and children over 12 years
Take 7.5 ml of the syrup three times daily (morning, midday, evening).
Children aged 6-12 years
Take 5 ml of the syrup three times daily.
After the relief of symptoms, continue treatment for a further 2-3 days to prevent a relapse.
However, treatment should not exceed two weeks.
Do not exceed the stated dose.
This product is not suitable for children under the age of 6 years.
If you take too much of this product (overdose)
If you take more than the recommended dose, speak to your doctor, pharmacist or healthcare practitioner and take this leaflet with you.
If you forget to take this product
Do not take twice the dose, but continue to take your usual dose at the usual time.
If you have any questions, or are unsure about anything, please ask your doctor, pharmacist or healthcare practitioner.
Possible side-effects
Like all medicines, this product can have side-effects, although not everybody gets them.
They are listed below.
Uncommon side-effects (affecting more than 1 in 1,000 but fewer than 1 in 100 people)
Gastro-intestinal complaints such as stomach pain, heartburn, nausea or diarrhoea.
Rare side-effects (affecting more than 1 in 10,000 but fewer than 1 in 1000 people)
- mild bleeding from the gums or nose
- hypersensitivity reactions, e.g.skin rash, nettle rash, itching of the skin and mucous membranes
Such reactions may occur when this product is first taken.
Very rare side-effects (affecting 1 or fewer in 10,000 people)
Serious hypersensitivity reactions with swelling of the face, breathlessness and drop in blood pressure.
Single cases
Signs indicating changes in liver function have been reported after taking Kaloba;however, the causal relationship between these effects and the use of the product has not been demonstrated.
After taking this product
Consult a doctor immediately if your condition does not improve within one week, in case of fever lasting for several days or in case of shortness of breath or blood in the sputum.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the above side-effects becomes serious or if you notice any other side-effects not listed above.
You can help to make medicines safer by reporting any side-effects to the Yellow Card Scheme at www.yellowcard.gov.uk. Alternatively you can get a paper Yellow Card form from your GP’s surgery or pharmacy, or call Freephone 0808 100 3352 (available 10am–2pm Monday – Friday).
How to store this product
Do not use this product after the expiry date. Return any out-of-date product to your pharmacist who will dispose of it for you. The expiry date is printed on the box and also the bottle label.
The product can be stored for up to six months after opening. Store the product in a cool dry place. Keep the product out of the reach and sight of children.
Further information
100g (= 93.985 ml) syrup contain 0.2506 g dried liquid extract from the roots of Pelargonium sidoides DC (1:8-10) (EPs® 7630). Extraction solvent: 11% ethanol (w/w).
Kaloba syrup is an orange to light brown syrup. However it is a natural product and therefore slight variations in colour and taste may occur.
This product also contains the following ingredients:
Extract: Maltodextrin
Syrup: Xylitol, glycerol 85%, citric acid anhydrous, potassium sorbate, xanthan gum,
purified water.
Each pack contains 100ml syrup.
Registration holder and manufacturer of this product
Dr Willmar Schwabe GmbH & Co. KG
Willmar-Schwabe-Str. 4, 76227 Karlsruhe, Germany
Distributor of this product in the UK
Schwabe Pharma (UK) Ltd
Alexander House, Mere Park, Dedmere Road, Marlow, Bucks SL7 1FX
Traditional herbal registration number: THR 05332/0006
If you would like further information about this product, please contact:
Schwabe Pharma (UK) Ltd
Alexander House, Mere Park, Dedmere Road, Marlow, Bucks, SL7 1FX
Telephone: 01628 401980
Email: info@kaloba.co.uk
This leaflet was revised 01/2013.