Sodium Picosulfate

Sodium Picosulfate is helpful in treating constipation. It acts as a laxative to provide relief from constipation and helps you empty your bowels. This medication works by increasing the bowel movement in the intestine.

This drug must be consumed in a dose as prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration of this medication depend on the patient’s age, medical history and the severity of the condition. Apart from taking medicine regularly, you must bring some change in your lifestyles such as eating food rich in fibre such as fruit, vegetables and cereals. Drink plenty of fluid and do regular exercise during the course of medication.

The drug can cause side effects such as headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you are facing these symptoms or any other allergic reaction from this medication, please consult a doctor immediately to reduce the side effects by adjusting the dose.

Sodium Picosulfate should not be taken for more than one week as it has habit forming tendencies. This drug should not be taken in combination with any other medicine as it can cause interference in the absorption process. It is recommended to take this medication before bedtime.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Constipation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Allergy

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Vomiting

• Headache

• Nausea

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It is safe to use this drug during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor and take all the necessary precautions.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  It is safe to use this drug while breastfeeding a baby. Please consult your doctor and take all the necessary precautions.

• Is it habit forming?

  Yes, habit-forming tendencies have been observed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Before consuming this medication, talk to your doctor and inform him/her if you have any kidney disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Before consuming this drug, talk to your doctor and inform him/her if you have any liver problems.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  It may differ from person to person. You should consult about it with the doctor to get the suitable dosage prescriptions.

• What is the onset of action?

  It takes about 6 to 8 hours for this drug to give maximum effect.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Do not drive if you are experiencing any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate or focus after consuming this drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, you may experience some side effects. Therefore, it is advised to take medical help immediately.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  It is advised to not to miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

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Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Sodium Picosulfate as ingredient

• Galdom Sp Syrup

  Cerspin Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Picofast 5Mg Syrup

  Gennext Life Sciences

• Picowin 5Mg Syrup

  Keen Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Sp Lax 10Mg Tablet

  Speciality Meditech Pvt Ltd

• Laxe 5Mg Suspension

  M D C Pharmaceuticals P Ltd

• Normalax 10Mg Tablet

  BestoChem Formulations India Ltd

• Colax 5Mg Syrup

  Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd

• Picolax Suspension

  MMC Healthcare Ltd

• Ultralax Syrup

  Obsurge Biotech Ltd

• Picsul 5Mg/Ml Syrup

  Mission Research Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

This drug is a laxative that helps by improving the movement of the bowels and thus facilitates the passage of stool.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol should not be consumed if you are taking this medication as it can lead to adverse effects.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Sodium Picosulfate?

  Ans : It belongs to the class of laxatives.

• Ques : What are the uses of the Sodium Picosulfate?

  Ans : It is used in the treatment of constipation.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Sodium Picosulfate before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Sodium Picosulfate?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Sodium Picosulfate empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : It should be taken at bed-time as it requires 6-8 hours to show effect.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Sodium Picosulfate?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : Is Sodium Picosulfate safe for pregnant women?

  Ans : It is not prescribed to pregnant women unless necessary. Consult your doctor beforehand.

• Ques : Is Sodium Picosulfate safe for breastfeeding women?

  Ans : Breastfeeding women are not suggested to take this medicine unless necessary. Consult your doctor beforehand.

• Ques : Is Sodium Picosulfate a habit forming drug?

  Ans : No case of addiction has been reported yet.

• Ques : What if I miss a dose of Sodium Picosulfate?

  Ans : Take it as soon as you remember. However, stick to your routine if it's the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose.

• Sodium Picosulfate-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/sodium%20picosulfate

• Sodium Picosulfate-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09268