Laxante 5 mg/5 ml (Oral Solution)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium picosulfate |
| Company | Healthcare pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Constipation of any etiology
- Relief from prolonged & recurrent constipation
- Bowel clearance before surgery, childbirth or radiological investigations
Pharmacology
- Stimulates nerve endings of the intestinal wall
- Promotes accumulation of water and electrolytes in the colonic lumen
- Results in colonic peristalsis and softening of the stool
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended to be taken at night for evacuation the following morning
- Start with the lowest dose and may be adjusted
- Maximum recommended daily dose should not be exceeded
Interaction
Concomitant use of diuretics or adreno-corticosteroids may increase the risk of electrolyte imbalance
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 and cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use of the drug should be avoided during the first trimester
- No reports of undesirable effects during pregnancy or to the fetus
- 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
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
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C18H15NNa2O9S2
- Chemical Structure: Image URL