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Megalax Laxative Syrup Megalax Laxative Syrup

Megalax Laxative Syrup

Quantity Description: bottle of 170 ml Syrup
Manufacturer: Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Price: ₹ 26.97

Information about Megalax Laxative Syrup

Megalax Laxative Syrup is a liquid preparation which aids in easy passage of stools. Megalax laxative 15 mL contains liquid paraffin 3.75 mL and magnesium hydroxide 11.25mL.
Magnesium hydroxide is also called as a milk of magnesia due to its milk like appearance. Magnesium is an inorganic compound which increases the osmotic gradient in the gut thereby stimulating peristalsis and results in efficient bowel movement.
Liquid paraffin is a highly purified mineral oil which improves lubrication and aids in smooth bowel movement.
Megalax laxative is indicated for bowel clearance before radioscopy and for relief of constipation a common problem in elderly.

Directions of use:
Shake well before use.
Megalax is advisable to be taken with lukewarm water in the evening.

Use under medical supervision.

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Popular Questions & Answers

I have constipation for over a month, I had tried many laxatives, but they worsen the condition more. What should I do.?

MD - Pathology
General Physician, Amritsar
I have constipation for over a month, I had tried many laxatives, but they worsen the condition more. What should I do.?
Try limewater with honey, early in morning. Take plenty of fresh fruits and salads at least 3 lts water daily early dinner exercise isabgol in warm milk at night time stop laxatives try kapalbhati pranayaam empty stomach in morning.
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I am 60 years old and badly constipated. I have to take laxatives every night. Please suggest.

MBBS
General Physician, Delhi
I am 60 years old and badly constipated. I have to take laxatives every night. Please suggest.
Take isabgol husk 2tsp twice daily. Diabetics has thi problem. Also you can take guava as it can be taken in diabetics and is a good laxatives.

I am 25 years old and I am suffering from high constipation. Laxatives are also not helpful. Please help me.

BAMS
Ayurveda, Bangalore
I am 25 years old and I am suffering from high constipation. Laxatives are also not helpful. Please help me.
HI, Please follow these tips to get rid of constipation: 1. Drink 2-3 lts of water per day. 2. Consume lot of fibre in your diet like raw vegetables, fruits, whole grains, oats. Etc. 3. Eat one fully ripe big banana at bed time. 4. Drink one glass of hot milk with one spoon of ghee in it at bedtime. 5. Take your food at regular intervals. Avoid spicy and oil fried food. 6. Never curb the urge to pass stools. 7. Never put in lot of pressure to pass stools. 8. Take 2tsf of Abhayarista with 2 tsf of water mixed to it at bedtime to get an easy evacuation. 9. Do sitz bath twice daily.
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What are some good laxative medicnes for dogs which are easily available.Please tell.

B.V.Sc. & A.H., M.V.Sc
Veterinarian, Gurgaon
What are some good laxative medicnes for dogs which are easily available.Please tell.
Lot of luxatives are available in market. But formost queation is that why your dog is having constipation or difficulty is passing stool which includes internal parasites, any obstruction in intestine to rectum, low fibre diet, prostate enlargement etc. I recommend to get your dog examined by vet so that reason is identified and management is done accordingky. Giving unnecessary luxative can lead to loosemotion, electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, intestinal damagr et c.

Suggest some remedy for constipation, I have to laxative on daily basis to get relived.

BHMS
Homeopath, Chennai
Suggest some remedy for constipation, I have to laxative on daily basis to get relived.
The first line of treatment that almost everyone resorts to is that of taking laxatives. It is likely to be any of the most frequently advertised one bought over the counter. It may even be something recommended by an elder in the family. The biggest disadvantage of such laxatives is that they are habit forming. Once you start takingthem, you cannot leave them. Otherwise, you will not be able to evacuate your bowels in a satisfactory manner. Here, Homeopathy offers the biggest advantage. The homeopathic medicines do not work as laxatives. This means that you should not expect them to work as short term quick fixes. Rather, they work to improve the digestive system which has lost its proper and smooth functioning. The peristaltic movement of the intestines, which is responsible for pushing out the waste matter is often compromised in patients who are constipated. Homeopathy  intends to cure the root cause of constipation. It is therefore natural that these medicines are going to take some time to get things going. Ultimately, it is effective at restoring this peristaltic movement to the normal self You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance and permanent cure without any side effects
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