Cranberry Extract + D-mannose

Dosage Forms Available

• Cranberry Extract + D-Mannose is available for oral use (capsules, tablets, and powder).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination is suitable for adults over 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• Cranberry Extract + D-Mannose is contraindicated in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to any of its components and those with a rare hereditary problem of fructose intolerance due to the presence of D-Mannose, which is a sugar.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination does not have known interactions with other medications. However, informing your doctor about all supplements you are taking is always prudent to avoid potential unintended interactions.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Cranberry Extract + D-Mannose may lead to gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating or diarrhoea. If you experience these symptoms, it is advisable to consult your doctor.

• If you forget to take your dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you are experiencing mild gastrointestinal upset, consider taking this medicine with food.

• Ensure adequate hydration by drinking plenty of water, which may help alleviate mild side effects like bloating.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This combination does not impair your ability to drive or operate machinery. No sedative effects have been reported with its use.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Cranberry Extract + D-Mannose should be used with caution during pregnancy and lactation. There is insufficient safety data available for these specific groups; therefore, it is strongly recommended to consult your doctor before using this supplement if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Individuals with diabetes should monitor blood sugar levels regularly while taking this combination due to the presence of D-Mannose, a sugar.

• Patients with a history of kidney stones should use this combination under medical supervision owing to its oxalate content.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Increasing water consumption throughout the day is recommended to aid the flushing mechanism of Cranberry Extract + D-Mannose in the urinary tract.

• Consider reducing dietary sources of refined sugars to enhance the effectiveness of D-Mannose.