Sage ointment

Package leaflet: Information for the patient

SALVIA OINTMENT
Salviae folii extractum
Ointment
Table of contents

1. What is Salvia ointment and what it is used for
2. Important information before using Salvia ointment
3. How to use Salvia ointment
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Salvia ointment
6. Contents of the pack and other information

1. What is Salvia ointment and what it is used for

Salvia ointment is intended for traditional use in the indications listed, the effectiveness of which is based solely on long-standing use and experience.
Used as an adjunct in inflammatory conditions of the skin.

2. Important information before using the medicinal product Maść szałwiowa

When not to use Maść szałwiowa:

• do not use on extensive skin areas or open wounds, as the components of the ointment may have systemic effects
• if the patient is allergic to any of the ingredients of the product
• do not use in infants and young children
• do not use in inflammatory conditions of the nipples during breastfeeding.

Warnings and precautions
Before starting to use Maść szałwiowa, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Maść szałwiowa and other medicinal products
Inform your doctor or pharmacist about all medicinal products currently used or recently used, as well as any products you plan to use.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If the patient is pregnant, suspects she may be pregnant, plans to become pregnant, or is breastfeeding, she should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicinal product.
Do not use in inflammatory conditions of the nipples during breastfeeding.
Driving and operating machinery
Maść szałwiowa has no influence on the ability to drive or operate machinery.

3. How to use Maść szałwiowa

This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet, or as directed by a
physician or pharmacist. If in doubt, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
The medicine is for external use on the skin.
Recommended dose: Apply to affected skin areas 2–4 times daily.
Do not use in infants and young children.
Use of a higher than recommended dose of Maść szałwiowa
Due to topical application, the likelihood of overdose is very low.
Missed dose of Maść szałwiowa
Do not apply a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
Stopping treatment with Maść szałwiowa
If you have any further questions regarding the use of this medicine, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible adverse reactions

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause adverse reactions, although not everyone will
experience them.
Reporting of adverse reactions
If any adverse reactions occur, including any adverse reactions not listed in this leaflet, inform
your doctor. Adverse reactions can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring Adverse Drug Reactions of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products
Al. Jerozolimskie 181C, 02-222 Warsaw, tel.: +48 22 49-21-301, fax: +48 22 49-21-309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Adverse reactions can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
Reporting adverse reactions helps to provide more information on the safety of the medicine.

5. How to store Maść szałwiowa

Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton.
The expiry date refers to the last day of the stated month.
Medicines must not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. Such measures help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the packaging and other information

What the medicinal product Maść szałwiowa contains

• The active substance is an extract from the leaves of Salvia officinalis (sage leaf extract)
• Extraction solvent: ethanol and white vaseline

What Maść szałwiowa looks like and contents of the pack
Maść szałwiowa is a green ointment packed in polypropylene containers with polyethylene caps, placed in a cardboard box.
The packaging contains 10 g or 25 g of ointment.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Wytwórnia Farmaceutyczna ELISSA Ocioszyński spółka jawna
02-495 Warsaw, ul. J. Michałowicza 85,
tel. 607 044 045
e-mail: [email protected]
Manufacturer
Wytwarzanie Artykułów Kosmetycznych i Perfumeryjnych ELISSA
mgr Irena Ocioszyńska
02-495 Warsaw, ul. J. Michałowicza 85
tel. 22 667 76 23; 22 662 66 15
e-mail: [email protected]