Freelife 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 400.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium picosulfate |
| Company | Rangs 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 with softening of the stool
Dosage & Administration
- Oral administration
- Recommended to be taken at night for evacuation the following morning
- Start with the lowest dose and adjust up to the maximum recommended dose
Interaction
- Concomitant use of diuretics or adreno-corticosteroids may increase the risk of electrolyte imbalance
- Concurrent administration of antibiotics may reduce the laxative action
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 of the product
Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Dizziness
- Syncope
- Abdominal pain and cramps
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use during the first trimester
- No reports of undesirable effects on pregnancy or the foetus
- Not 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 breast-feeding women, children, and high-risk groups
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 Freelife 10 mg Tablet
- Belongs to the class of laxatives
- Used in the treatment of constipation
- To be taken till improvement in health conditions
- Should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor
- Should be taken at bed-time as it requires 6-8 hours to show effect
Additional Information
- May help to restore the 'call to stool'
- No case of addiction reported yet
- Together with Freelife 10 mg Tablet, taking a fiber-rich diet is essential to maintain healthy bowel function
- Avoid taking for more than 1 week without prescription
- Take after 2 hours from other medicines to avoid interference with absorption
- Should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact