Laxate 3.5 gm/sachet (Effervescent Powder)

Indications

• Constipation
• Raised levels of cholesterol
• Hemorrhoids or piles
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Reduces blood glucose level
• Easy bowel movement with smooth stool
• Patients with anal fissures
• Patients with colon cancer
• Patients post anal & rectal surgery
• Patients during pregnancy

Composition

• 3.5 gm Psyllium husk as an active ingredient
• Forms a thick gel when mixed with water

Description

• Mild laxative
• Contains 80% soluble fibre
• Main chemical ingredient is mucilage
• Useful in chronic constipation
• Useful in piles or hemorrhoids
• Useful in colon cancer
• Soothing effects on gastric & intestinal mucosa
• Effective in gastric irritation and ulceration
• Lowers serum cholesterol levels (LDL)
• Reduces blood glucose
• Suitable for obese & diabetic patients

Dosage

• Usual dose: 1 spoonful 1-3 times daily or as per doctor's advice
• Adult dose: 1 spoonful with water 2 times daily or as per doctor's advice
• Child dose: ½ to 1 spoonful with water
• Additional glass of water recommended after intake

Administration

• Take one spoonful with the provided spoon
• Put the husk into an empty glass
• Fill glass with water (150 ml or 2/3 of the glass) stir & drink immediately

Interaction

• No significant interaction observed with other medicine

Contraindications

• Patients with gastrointestinal tract obstruction or threatening obstruction of the bowel

Side Effects

• Flatulence
• Abdominal distension
• Gastro-intestinal obstruction

Therapeutic Class

• Bulk-forming laxatives
• Herbal and Nutraceuticals

Storage Conditions

• Store in a cool and dry place
• Keep out of reach of children

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