Picosul 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium picosulfate |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Picosul 10 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Laxative
- Pharmacology
Description
- Stimulant laxative for constipation relief
Indications
- Relief from constipation of any etiology
- Bowel clearance before surgery
- Bowel clearance before childbirth
- Bowel clearance before radiological investigations
Pharmacology
- Activates by colonic bacteria
- Stimulates nerve endings
- Promotes accumulation of water and electrolytes
- Results in colonic peristalsis
- Reduces transit time
- Softens stool
Dosage & Administration
- Oral administration
- Recommended to be taken at night for evacuation the following morning
- Start with the lowest dose
- Dose adjustment for regular stools
- Maximum recommended daily dose
Interaction
- Possibility of increased risk of electrolyte imbalance with diuretics or adreno-corticosteroids
- Reduced laxative action with concurrent administration of antibiotics
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
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Dizziness
- Syncope
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Abdominal cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during the first trimester
- No reported damaging effects on pregnancy or the fetus
- Avoid use during lactation without medical consultation
Precautions & Warnings
- Prolonged excessive use may lead to fluid and electrolyte imbalance and hypokalemia
- Harmful for those suffering from alcoholism
- Considerations for pregnant or breastfeeding 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
Commonly Asked Questions
- Uses of the Picosul 10 mg Tablet
- Improvement frequency
- Usage frequency
- Stomach status for usage
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Safety for pregnant women
- Safety for breastfeeding women
- Habit-forming status
- Missed dose instructions
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