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Irritant or stimulant laxatives - oral
Laxative tablets Regular Usage: Irritant or stimulant laxatives used to treat constipation and to clear the intestine before rectal or bowel examinations.
How to use Laxative pills Regular: Take each dose with a full glass of water or juice & drink plenty of fluids while taking it drug. Chewable pills to be chewed thoroughly. tablets are to be swallowed whole with full glass about water. Wafers to be chewed. Laxatives must not be used in persons experiencing stomach cramps, nausea or vomiting.
Laxative tablets Regular side effects: this medication can cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rectal irritation, stomach cramps or bloating. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your healthcare professional. Notify you're healthcare professional if you experience: rectal bleeding, rapid heart rate, weakness, dizziness, fainting, sweating, skin rash, unrelieved constipation. this med may cause the urine to turn pink, red or brownish in color. don't be alarmed. Its not harmful. Prolonged, frequent or excessive use of laxatives may lead to dependency. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or physician.
Laxative pills Regular Precautions: Tell your pharmacist you're medical history, especially of: kidney disease, heart disease, HBP, swelling (edema), any allergies (especially to tartrazine). Castor oil isn't recommended for use during pregnancy. Bulk producing laxatives are an alternative. Discuss risks and benefits with youre pharmacist. Consult your doctor before using any drug while breast-feeding.
Laxative meds Regular medication interactions: Because laxatives may interfere with absorption of some tablets, It's important to tell you're physician of any over-the-counter or prescription drug you may take. Avoid the use of dairy products or antacids within one hour of taking bisacodyl tablets. don't start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.
Laxative tablets Regular Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include severe diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, muscle cramps, weakness, lack of feeling alert, or dry gums and eyes.
Laxative tablets Regular special notes: To maintain normal bowel habits, it is important to drink plenty of fluids (4 to six eight ounce glasses day), increase your intake of fiber & roughage & exercise regularly.
If you missed Laxative pills Regular dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the clock for the following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.
Laxative pills Regular Storage: Different brands about this medication may have different storage requirements. Refer to package labeling or ask your pharmacist for specific storage requirements for the brand you are using.
Active Ingredients : Irritant Or Stimulant Laxatives