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Laxoberon Tablets 5Mg

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    SPECIFICATION

    Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

    No

    Generics

    Sodium Picosulphate

    Used For

    Constipation

    How it works

    Sodium picosulfate is chemically bisodic salt of 4-4′(2-Picoliliden) – bis (-Phenylsulphuric acid). It acts as a local laxative, metabolized by the colonic bacteria to the active compound bis (P-hydroxyphenyl) pyridyl-2-methane, which stimulate the mucosa of the large intestine & causing colonic peristalsis. Sodium picosulfate is usually effective within 10–14 hours .

    USAGE AND SAFETY

    Dosage

    Sodium Picosulphate

    Side Effects

    Following side effects related to the gastrointestinal tract may rarely be seen with sodium picosulfate use: abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort or distension, borborygmus, nausea, vomiting and diarhoea .

    Drug Interactions

    Antibiotics , digoxin, diuretics , lithium , corticosteroids , oral contraceptives, antidiabetics, anticonvulsants, iron, bulking agent , TCADs, SSRIs, antipsychotics.

    Indication

    Sodium picosulfate treats constipation by enhancing bowel movement, it is indicated in: · Acute and chronic constipation • Relief of evacuation in painful conditions such as hemorrhoids • Pre and post operatively • Preparation of barium enema • Preparation of colon for proctosigmoidoscopy .

    When not to Use

    It is contraindicated in patients with ileum, intestinal obstruction, acute abdominal conditions like appendicitis, acute inflammatory bowel disease and in severe dehydration. Known hypersensitivity to sodium picosulfate .

    PRECAUTIONS

    Precaution

    Prolonged use should be avoided. Prolong use may lead to diarrhoea, excessive loss & imbalance of electrolytes with possible hypokalemia.

    WARNINGS

    Warning 1

    Children should not take without medical advice.

    Warning 2

    Do not use this laxative for longer than 1 week unless approved by doctor.

    Warning 3

    Laxative may be habit-forming and can harm bowels if used too long .

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    Pregnancy category

    Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

    Storage (YES/NO)

    Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

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