Thymex

Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)

THYMEX
 •    Ingredients and active components
Thymex syrup and drop is made from standardized extract of the aerial parts of garden thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.)

• Syrup: Each 100ml of the syrup contains 22mg total phenolic compounds based on thymol from standardized extract of Thymus vulgaris L.
• Oral drop: Each 100ml of drop contains 50mg total phenolic compounds based on thymol from standardized extract of Thymus vulgaris L.

The extract of garden thyme is an essential oil. The essential oil is yellow and its amount varies between 1-2%. The most important constituents of the essential oil include thymol, carvacrol and paracimol. The extract of the plant also contains tannin, flavonoids, saponin, and also bitter compounds. Furthermore, this product contains honey, which has antitussive and expectorant propertiesstandardized extract of Thymus vulgaris L.
 

•    What THYMEX is used for 

• Cough,
• Inflammation of the upper respiratory tract,
• Expectorant.

•    How THYMEX works 
In traditional medicine, thyme is used as an expectorant, diuretic and anti-flatulent.
The antitussive and expectorant effect of Thymex is possibly due to volatile essential oils that increase respiratory ciliary movement and mucus in the respiratory tract.
 

•    Before you use THYMEX
 
‎When NOT to take it 

• Concurrent use of this medicine with antacid drugs is prohibited.

• History of allergy to thyme.
• Due to the presence of sucrose in this product, its use is not recommended for diabetic patients.
• Presence of severe GI tract complaints, inflammation of urinary tracts, inflammatory diseases.

 
Use during Pregnancy and Lactation
NOT to be taken during pregnancy and lactation.
 

•    Taking THYMEX
‎How and when to ‎take it 

• Syrup:

1. Children 4-6 years old: 1/2 teaspoonful (2.5ml), three times a day
2. Children 6-12 years old: 1 teaspoonful (5ml), three times a day
3. Adults: 1 tablespoonful, three times a day

• Oral Drop:

1. Children 4-12 years old: 10-15 drops, three times a day
2. Adults: 15- 20 drops, three times a day

 
‎ How long to take it 
In case of any physician recommendation, continue taking it until the visible symptoms have improved.
 
‎What to do if you miss a dose 
If you miss a dose of Thymex, try to take it as soon as remember if it’s almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses of it at the same time.
 

•    While you are taking THYMEX
‎Things you must do‎

• Precipitation in herbal solutions does not reduce their therapeutic effect. Shake bottle well before use.  
• Consult a physician in severe digestive problems, urinary tract inflammation and renal inflammatory diseases.
• Thymex syrup contains sucrose; therefore, diabetic patients should use the drop dosage form.

 
•    Side effects 

• Irritation of digestive tract mucosa membrane,
• Menstrual spotting.

• Contact dermatitis in case of contact with the skin.

 
•    After taking it
‎Storage 

• Store below 25°C, keep away from direct sunlight and avoid freezing.
• Keep out of sight and reach of children.

‎Disposal 
Do not put into sewer lines. Dispose in the everyday rubbish bin.‎
 

•    The Product ‎ 
‎What THYMEX looks like 
Dosage Form:

• Syrup

Packaging: 120ml, Amber glass bottle with child proof cap in a cardboard box; patient information leaflet inside. 

• Oral Drop

Packaging: 30ml, Amber glass dropper bottle with child proof cap in a cardboard box; patient information leaflet inside. 
 

‎Manufacturer 
This product is made from high quality local and imported herbs organically planted and ‎harvested. It has been formulated by ‎Iran Darouk Pharmaceuticals.‎