Picosoft 10 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Sodium picosulfate
Company Concord pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Picosoft 5 mg oral solution

Title

  • Picosoft 10 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Laxative

Description

    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 intestinal wall
    • Promotes accumulation of water and electrolytes
    • Results in colonic peristalsis and softening of stool

    Dosage & Administration

    • Oral administration
    • Recommended dosages to produce evacuation the following morning
    • Start with the lowest dose
    • Dose 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 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

    Side Effects

    • Hypersensitivity
    • Dizziness
    • Syncope
    • Gastrointestinal disorders
    • Diarrhea
    • Abdominal pain and cramps
    • Nausea
    • Vomiting

    Pregnancy & Lactation

    • Unproven effects during pregnancy or on fetus
    • Avoid use during the first trimester
    • Active moiety not excreted into 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

    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

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