Before using carmellose sodium

Before using carmellose sodium make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• If you are taking other medicines, including those available to buy without a prescription, herbal or complementary medicines.
• If you have ever had an allergic reaction to this or any other medicine.

How to use carmellose sodium

• Before beginning treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet.
• Apply this preparation to the affected area whenever necessary. It is usually best applied after meals.
• If you have been supplied the paste, apply it on to the affected area until the paste sticks and forms a smooth, slippery film. It should be pushed on to the surface and not rubbed or spread because this will make it crumble and gritty and it will not stick. Enough should be used to cover the affected area.
• If you have been supplied the powder, it should be sprinkled over the affected area as directed.

Getting the most from your treatment

• Try to keep the area being treated covered with this preparation at all times.

Can carmellose sodium cause problems?

Side-effects from this preparation are very unlikely but if you experience any worrying or troublesome effects, discuss them with your pharmacist.

How to store carmellose sodium

• Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Important information about all medicines

References

• British National Formulary; 58th Edition (September 2009) British Medical Association and Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain, London (link to current BNF).