Tonilax 3.35 gm/5 ml (Oral Solution)

Title

• Tonilax 3.35 gm/5 ml Oral Solution

Categories

• Medicine
• Laxative

Description

• A hyperosmolar laxative used for effective treatment of constipation, containing a non-absorbable disaccharide that draws water into the bowel, promotes soft stool, and accelerates bowel motion.

Indications

• Used in chronic constipation when initial dietary measures are insufficient, as well as in cases of damaged intestinal flora, gall bladder diseases, and increased blood ammonia levels

Pharmacology

• Metabolized in the colon by saccharolytic bacteria, producing low molecular weight organic acids, lowering colon pH and promoting water retention, thereby increasing peristaltic activity

Dosage administration

• For adults: initially 3-6 teaspoons daily, in long-term therapy 1.5-6 teaspoons daily. For children up to 14 years: initially 3 teaspoons daily, in long-term therapy 1-2 teaspoons daily. For infants and toddlers: initially 1-2 teaspoons daily, in long-term therapy 1 teaspoon daily.

Interaction

• No significant drug interactions reported, but the glycosidic effect of cardiac glycosides can be intensified by potassium deficiency in abuse.

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to galactose or lactose, galactose-free diet, gastro-cardial symptom complex, suspected intestinal obstruction

Side effects

• Possible side effects include flatulence, cramps, and abdominal discomfort at the beginning of treatment, which can be rapidly eliminated by reducing the dose. Overdose can result in diarrhea and loss of electrolytes.

Pregnancy lactation

• US FDA Pregnancy Category: B. Studies show no adverse effects, but decisions regarding use during pregnancy and lactation must be made by a registered physician.

Precautions warnings

• Administer with care to patients intolerant to Tonilax, and consider higher doses used in the treatment of (pre)coma hepaticum, especially for diabetics.

Overdose effects

• No reports of accidental overdosage, but acute overdosage may result in diarrhea and abdominal cramps.

Therapeutic class

• Osmotic Purgatives

Storage conditions

• Store in a dry place away from light and heat, and keep out of the reach of children.

Chemical structure

• Molecular Formula: C12H22O11

Use frequency

• Consume once a day for treatment of constipation and three or four times a day for liver disease.

Onset of action

• It takes about 2-3 days to see the benefits of the treatment. Consult a doctor if constipation persists after 3 days of taking Tonilax 3.35 gm/5 ml Solution.

Intended use

• To treat constipation manifested as infrequent bowel movements, hard, and dry stools.

Is laxative

• Yes, it is a laxative which softens the stools by pulling in water from the body to the large intestine.

Common side effects

• Side effects include diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. High doses may lead to diarrhea and abdominal pain.

Recommended usage

• Take as advised by the doctor or for as long as constipation lasts, which may be up to a week.

Allergic reactions

• Should not be given to patients allergic to Tonilax or intolerant to lactose.

Overdose effects info

• Taking more than the recommended dose may cause abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance, and diarrhea lasting a couple of days.

Pregnancy category

• US FDA Pregnancy Category: B. Studies show no adverse effects, but decisions regarding use during pregnancy and lactation must be made by a registered physician.

Administration care

• Administer with care to patients intolerant to Tonilax, and consider higher doses used in the treatment of (pre)coma hepaticum, especially for diabetics.

No overdose reports

• There have been no reports of accidental overdosage.

Reported interaction

• There is no significant drug interaction with Tonilax. The glycosidic effect of cardiac glycosides can be intensified by potassium deficiency in abuse.

Contraindications list

• Hypersensitivity to either galactose or lactose, galactose-free diet, gastro-cardial symptom complex, suspected intestinal obstruction

Pregnancy effects

• Studies show no adverse effects, but decisions regarding use during pregnancy and lactation must be made by a registered physician.

Common questions

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Chemical structure info

• Molecular formula: C12H22O11
• Chemical structure image url: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-653-lactulose-chemical-structure-LBdJlB1MefGyTS21429X.svg

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