Vocara^® (Drops) Instructions for Use

Marketing Authorization Holder

Richard Bittner, AG (Austria)

ATC Code

R02AA20 (Other antiseptics)

Dosage Form

Vocara®

Homeopathic drops 20 ml, 50 ml, or 100 ml: dropper bottles

Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition

Homeopathic drops in the form of a clear liquid with a yellowish tint and a specific odor.

Excipients: ethanol 43% by weight.

20 ml – dark glass dropper bottle (1) – cardboard boxes.
50 ml – dark glass dropper bottle (1) – cardboard boxes.
100 ml – dark glass dropper bottle (1) – cardboard boxes.

Clinical-Pharmacological Group

Homeopathic preparation used for diseases of the oral cavity and pharynx

Pharmacotherapeutic Group

Homeopathic agent

Pharmacological Action

A complex homeopathic preparation, the action of which is determined by the properties of the components included in its composition.

It has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, immunostimulating, and detoxifying effects.

Pharmacokinetics

The action of the drug Vocara^® is the result of the combined action of its components; therefore, conducting kinetic observations is not possible.

All components together cannot be traced using markers or bioassays.

For the same reason, it is impossible to detect the drug’s metabolites.

Indications

As part of the complex therapy of diseases of the oral cavity and pharynx, including:

• Tonsillitis;
• Pharyngitis;
• Lymphadenitis;
• Stomatitis;
• Gingivitis.

ICD codes

Dosage Regimen

Adults and adolescents over 12 years of age are prescribed 10 drops 3 times a day.

The course of treatment is 2-4 weeks.

If necessary, the course of treatment can be repeated after 1 month following consultation with a doctor.

In cases requiring rapid relief of symptoms, it is possible to take the drug every 0.5-1 hour until improvement occurs (but not more than 8 times), after which it should be taken 3 times a day.

Take orally undiluted or after dilution in 1 tablespoon of water, 30 minutes before or 1 hour after a meal, holding it in the mouth for 20-30 seconds before swallowing.

Adverse Reactions

Rarely:increased salivation.

The patient should be informed that if other side effects occur, they should consult a doctor.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

The issue of using the drug Vocara^® during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding) is decided by the doctor individually.

Pediatric Use

Data on use in children under 12 years of age are not available.

Adolescents over 12 years of age are prescribed 10 drops 3 times a day.

The course of treatment is 2-4 weeks.

If necessary, the course of treatment can be repeated after 1 month following consultation with a doctor.

Special Precautions

Since the drug Vocara^® contains natural herbal components, slight cloudiness of the solution or weakening of the odor and taste may be observed during storage, which does not lead to a decrease in the effectiveness of the drug.

Overdose

Cases of overdose have not been reported to date.

Drug Interactions

Clinically significant interaction of the drug Vocara^® with other drugs has not been established.

Storage Conditions

The drug should be stored at a temperature not exceeding 25°C (77°F) in a place protected from light and strong electromagnetic fields, out of the reach of children.

Shelf Life

Shelf life – 5 years. Do not use after the expiration date printed on the packaging.

Dispensing Status

The drug is approved for use as an over-the-counter product.

Important Safety Information

This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before use. Dosage and side effects may vary. Use only as prescribed.