For Which Applications Is Your Kalm Patch Suited, And For Which Is It Not; When May You Not Use Your Kalm Patch; Other Factors You Need To Consider; How To Protect Your Kalm Patch - IBP KALM PATCH Instructions For Use Manual

3.2 For which applications is your Kalm Patch
suited, and for which is it not?
► The Kalm Patch is intended exclu-
sively for alleviating pain.
► Pain can also be symptomatic of
a serious illness, which excludes
self-treatment with the Kalm Patch.
Prior to its use, we recommend that you
consult your physician, pharmacist or
physiotherapist.

3.3 When may you not use your Kalm Patch?

Do not use the Kalm Patch
► if you suffer from cardiac prob-
lems, especially from cardiac dys-
rhythmias. The stimulation current
can lead to ventricular fibrillation
and in the worst case to cardiac
arrest.
► if you have a pacemaker or other
electronic implants. The stimula-
tion current can interfere with the
function of your implant.
► if you suffer from seizures. In se-
vere cases the stimulation current
can trigger convulsions.
► when pregnant. In severe cases
the stimulation current can trigger
contractions.
► if you suffer from allergic skin reac-
tions. The electrodes and patch
can lead to skin irritations.
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► if you suffer from systemic illness-
es, i.e. those affecting the entire
body.
► if the Kalm Patch is damaged. The
stimulation current can lead to
aches and skin irritations.

3.4 Other factors you need to consider

► Do not allow children access to
your Kalm Patch.
Children could swallow small
pieces and as a consequence suf-
focate.

4. How to protect your Kalm Patch

► The electronics of your Kalm Patch
tolerate neither wetness nor moisture.
Do not rinse the Kalm Patch under
running water, do not immerse it
in water or other fluids, and do not
wear it while swimming or while in
the sauna.
► Your Kalm Patch is sensitive to
heat.
Do not expose the Kalm Patch to
direct sunlight, and do not place it
on hot surfaces.
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