SPLAC 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium picosulfate |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Constipation of any etiology
- Relief from prolonged & recurrent constipation
- Bowel clearance before surgery, childbirth or radiological investigations
Pharmacology
- Triarylmethane group derivative stimulant laxative
- Activated by colonic bacteria
- Local action in the colon
- Stimulates nerve endings of intestinal wall
- Promotes accumulation of water and electrolytes in colonic lumen
Dosage & Administration
- Oral administration
- Dosage to be taken at night for evacuation the following morning
- Recommended starting with the lowest dose
- Maximum recommended daily dose should not be exceeded
- Different dosages for tablets and oral solutions for adults and children of different age groups
Interaction
- 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 potentially associated with nausea and vomiting
- Severe dehydration
- Known hypersensitivity to Sodium Picosulfate or any other component of the product
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Dizziness
- Syncope
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during the first trimester
- No reported undesirable effects during pregnancy or on the fetus
- No excretion 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 such as patients with liver disease or epilepsy
Overdose Effects
- Chronic diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Hypokalemia
- 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
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Quick Tips
- Take with a fiber-rich diet
- Avoid taking for more than 1 week without prescription
- Take after 2 hours from other medicines
- Preferably taken at bedtime for impact after 6-8 hours