Properties
Taninal is a traditional medicinal product whose effectiveness is based solely on long-standing use and experience. Taninal contains a combination of tannins – tannic acid (tannin) – and the protein albumin. This combination prevents strong irritation of the gastric mucosa. The tannins are released in the small intestine under the influence of the digestive enzyme pancreatin. The released tannin has astringent and bacteriostatic effects and also has antidiarrheal properties by forming poorly soluble complexes with bacterial toxins. It also stops minor bleeding caused by injuries to the capillaries of the intestinal mucosa.
Taninal is traditionally used for diarrhea and food poisoning. Taninal is available in the form of round, beige to brown tablets.
Usage
Adults: 1 to 2 tablets 3 times daily. Children over 4 years: 1 to 2 tablets 2 to 3 times daily. The product should be taken between meals until symptoms subside.
If you have taken more Taninal than recommended: If you have taken more Taninal than recommended and your condition worsens (nausea, vomiting), contact a doctor or pharmacist immediately.
If you forget to take a dose of Taninal: Continue the treatment. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
After stopping Taninal treatment, the following may occur: Discontinuing Taninal may lead to a worsening of symptoms. The duration of treatment depends on the type and clinical picture of the illness. If symptoms do not improve in adults after 2–3 days or in children after 1 day, or if the condition worsens during treatment, contact a doctor.
