Sopilax 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 200.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium picosulfate |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Constipation of any etiology
- Relief from prolonged & recurrent constipation
- Bowel clearance before surgery, childbirth or radiological investigations.
Pharmacology
- Stimulant laxative
- Activated by colonic bacteria
- Acts locally in the colon
- Stimulates nerve endings of intestinal wall
- Promotes accumulation of water and electrolytes
- Results in colonic peristalsis
- Reduces transit time
- Softens stool
- Stimulates defecation
- Increases rectal motility
- Causes feeling of rectal fullness
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended for oral administration
- To be taken at night for evacuation the following morning
- Start with lowest dose
- Dose may be adjusted based on age
- Maximum recommended daily dose should not be exceeded
Interaction
- Concomitant use of diuretics or adreno-corticosteroids may increase risk of electrolyte imbalance
- Concurrent administration of antibiotics may reduce the laxative action
Contraindications
- Ileus or intestinal obstruction
- Severe painful and/or feverish acute abdominal conditions
- Acute inflammatory bowel diseases
- Severe dehydration
- Known hypersensitivity to Sodium Picosulfate or any other component of the product
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Dizziness
- Syncope
- Vasovagal response
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Abdominal cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during first trimester
- No reports of damaging effects during pregnancy or to the fetus
- Active moiety not excreted into the milk of healthy lactating females
Precautions & Warnings
- Prolonged excessive use may lead to fluid and electrolyte imbalance and hypokalemia
- Harmful for those suffering from alcoholism
- To be taken into account in pregnant or breast-feeding women, children, and high-risk groups
Overdose Effects
- Chronic diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Hypokalemia
- Secondary hyperaldosteronism
- Renal calculi
- Renal tubular damage
- Metabolic alkalosis
- Muscle weakness
Therapeutic Class
- Stimulant Laxative
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C18H15NNa2O9S2
Common Questions about Sopilax 10 mg Tablet
- Belongs to the class of laxatives
- Used in the treatment of constipation
- Should be taken until improvement is seen
- Frequency of use as prescribed by the doctor
- Should be taken at bedtime for 6-8 hours impact
- Storage in a cool dry place and original packaging
- Not prescribed to pregnant or breastfeeding women unless necessary
- No reported addiction cases
- Missed dose should be taken without doubling next dose
Common Questions Quick Tips
- Take with fiber-rich diet
- Avoid prolonged use without doctor's prescription
- Take after 2 hours from other medicines
- Preferably taken at bedtime