Picosul 5 mg/5 ml (Oral Solution)
50 ml bottle: ৳ 85.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium picosulfate |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| 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 the intestinal wall
- Results in colonic peristalsis
- Promotion of accumulation of water and electrolytes in the colonic lumen
Dosage & Administration
- For oral administration
- Recommended to be taken at night to produce evacuation the following morning
- Start with the lowest dose
- Dose may be adjusted up to the maximum recommended dose
- Maximum recommended daily dose should not be exceeded
Interaction
- Concomitant use of diuretics or adreno-corticosteroids may increase the risk of electrolyte imbalance
- Concurrent administration of antibiotics may reduce the laxative action of Picosul
Contraindications
- Ileus or intestinal obstruction
- Severe painful and/or feverish acute abdominal conditions
- Severe dehydration
- Known hypersensitivity to Sodium Picosulfate or any other component of the product
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Dizziness
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during the first trimester
- No reports of undesirable effects during pregnancy or to the foetus
- Neither the active moiety nor its glucuronides are excreted into the milk of healthy lactating females
Precautions & Warnings
- Prolonged excessive use may lead to fluid and electrolyte imbalance
- Harmful for those suffering from alcoholism
- To be taken into account in pregnant or breastfeeding women, children and high-risk groups such as patients with liver disease or epilepsy
Overdose Effects
- Chronic diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Hypokalemia
- Renal tubular damage
- Metabolic alkalosis
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 Picosul 5 mg/5 ml Oral Solution
- Belongs to the class of laxatives
- Used in the treatment of constipation
- Is to be taken till the time improvement in health conditions is seen
- Should be taken at bed-time
- Instructions for storage and disposal specified
Quick Tips
- Take a fiber-rich diet
- Avoid taking for more than 1 week without prescription
- Take after 2 hours from other medicines
- Preferably taken at bedtime