Medicines
SmPC of 31/07/2017
ARTISIAL, endo-buccal spray solution
Forms and presentations
Endo-buccal spray solution.
Pressurised bottle containing 100 ml, with an elongated spray nozzle.
Composition
For 100 ml of endo-buccal spray solution :
Potassium chloride: 0,062450 g
Sodium chloride: 0,086550 g
Magnesium chloride, 6H2O: 0,005875 g
Calcium chloride, 2H2O: 0,016625 g
Dipotassium phosphate: 0,080325 g
Monopotassium phosphate: 0,032600 g
Excipient with known effect : methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218).
Sorbitol, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), purified water. Pressurising gas: sterile nitrogen.
Indications
Hyposialia or asialia, in particular those secondary to irradiation of the upper aerodigestive tract.
Dosage and administration
Dosage
About 6 to 8 sprays per day.
Method of administration
For use as endo-buccal sprays. Hold the bottle upright during spraying, with the diffuser at the top and directed towards the inside of the mouth. Press the diffuser to obtain a spray.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substances or to any of the excipients listed in section Composition
Warnings and precautions
In the case of hyposialia leading to mucosal lesions, inform the patient of the need for strict oral hygiene and possibly combine with topical fluoride treatment by applying fluoride gels using trays.
This medicine contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Interactions
The data available to date do not suggest the existence of clinically significant interactions.
Fertility, pregnancy and breastfeeding
Given the available data, use in pregnant or breastfeeding women is possible.
Adverse effects
A few cases of tingling, nausea and burning have been reported.
These phenomena, whose occurrence is exceptional, resolve spontaneously on discontinuation of treatment.
Reporting of suspected adverse reactions
Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions via the national reporting system: National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM) and the network of Regional Pharmacovigilance Centres - Website: www.signalement-sante.gouv.fr.
Special storage precautions
Pressurised container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures above 50 °C. Do not burn or puncture, even after use.
Prescription, supply and reimbursement
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Source: VIDAL · Updated on 10/11/2026. This information does not replace advice from a healthcare professional.
