Macolax (13.125 gm+350.7 mg+178.5 mg+46.6 mg)/25 ml (Oral Solution)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 160.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Polyethylene glycol 3350 electrolytes
Company	Opsonin pharma ltd

Indications

Effective relief from constipation
Treatment of chronic constipation
Resolving fecal impaction

Composition

Polyethylene Glycol 3350
Sodium Chloride
Sodium Bicarbonate
Potassium Chloride

Mode of Action

Exerts osmotic action in the gut
Increases stool volume
Triggers colon motility
Facilitates defecation
Exchanges electrolytes across intestinal barrier
Unabsorbed from the gastrointestinal tract

Dosage & Administration

1 sachet daily for constipation
8 sachets daily for fecal impaction
No dosage change for renal insufficiency
Dissolve sachet in water
Store solution refrigerated
Oral solution dosage and administration

Interaction

Possibility of transiently reduced absorption of other medicinal products
Reports of decreased efficacy with some concomitantly administered medicinal products

Contraindications

Intestinal perforation or obstruction
Ileus
Severe inflammatory conditions of the intestinal tract
Toxic megacolon
Hypersensitivity to the active substances

Side Effects

Allergic reactions
Electrolyte disturbances
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Headache
Peripheral edema

Pregnancy & Lactation

No anticipated effects during pregnancy
Can be used during pregnancy
No anticipated effects on the breastfed newborn/infant
Can be used during breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

Dosage precautions for impaired cardiovascular function
Symptoms indicating shifts of fluid/electrolytes
Prolonged use may lead to dependence

Overdose Effects

Severe pain or distention treatment
Correction of electrolyte disturbances for extensive fluid loss

Therapeutic Class

Osmotic purgatives

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C
Protect from light
Do not refrigerate

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