Pico Plus 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium picosulfate |
| Company | Everest pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Product Title
- Pico Plus 10 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Laxatives
Description
- Stimulant laxative for constipation relief
Indications
- Relief from constipation of any etiology
- Bowel clearance
Mode of Action
- Activated by colonic bacteria
- Stimulates nerve endings
- Promotes water and electrolyte accumulation
- Stimulates defecation
Dosage & Administration
- Oral administration
- Start with lowest dose
- Recommended to be taken at night
- Maximum recommended daily dose
Interaction
- Concomitant use with diuretics or adreno-corticosteroids
- Concurrent administration with antibiotics
Contraindications
- Ileus or intestinal obstruction
- Severe painful acute abdominal conditions
- Severe dehydration
- Known hypersensitivity to Sodium Picosulfate
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Dizziness
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid during first trimester
- Not excreted into the milk of lactating females
Precautions & Warnings
- Prolonged excessive use may lead to fluid and electrolyte imbalance
- Harmful for those suffering from alcoholism
- Considerations for pregnant or breast-feeding women, children, and high-risk groups
Overdose Effects
- Chronic diarrhea
- Hypokalemia
- Renal tubular damage
Therapeutic Class
- Stimulant Laxative
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Keep away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C18H15NNa2O9S2
Commonly Asked Questions
- Uses of the product
- Improvement timeline
- Frequency of use
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Safety for pregnant and breastfeeding women
- Addiction potential
- Missed dose instructions
- Quick tips for usage
Dosage Options
- 10 mg Tablet dose for Adults and children over 10 years of age
- Oral Solution (5 mg/5 ml) dose for Adults and children over 10 years of age
- Concentrated Oral Solution (7.5 mg/ml) dose for Adults and children over 10 years of age