Gastroenterology

In this area we have market leading pharmaceutical products, which are sold both as prescription and non-prescription products.

 

IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

Proibs^® (contains a plant extract called AVH200®)

is available in Sweden and is classified as food for special medical purposes and is used for dietary management
of irritable bowel syndrome.

 

Diarrhoea

Hidrasec^® (racecadotril)

is used for acute diarrhea in adults and children (older than three months). Available in Sweden, Finland and Denmark.

In Sweden, Dimor^® (loperamide) is the leading non-prescription formulation for treatment of occasional diarrhoea, as well as chronic diarrhoea.

 

Acid reflux

Gaviscon^® (alginate)

is a well-established, market leading brand for treatment of indigestion and heartburn. It holds a strong market position in all Nordic countries. Gaviscon is first choice medication for pregnant women.