Description
Light Liquid Paraffin, Milk of Magnesia and Sodium Picosulfate Oral Suspension is helpful in various conditions associated with constipation such as piles, anal fissures, hernia, cardiovascular ailments, before and after endoscopy, before/or after Radioscopy, preoperative/postoperative, for the elderly and bedridden. Constipation is characterized by small, dry, difficult, and rarely passed bowel movements.
Light Liquid Paraffin, Milk of Magnesia and Sodium Picosulfate Oral Suspension consists of liquid paraffin for easing the movement of faeces in the gut, milk of magnesia, which helps to encourage movement by drawing water into the intestines, and sodium picosulfate, which discourages water being absorbed in the colon making bowel movements easier. Together, they work well in the efficiency of solving constipation problems.
Medical Benefits
- It consists of liquid paraffin, milk of magnesia and sodium picosulphate.
- Liquid paraffin has a soothing effect on the bowel movement and the nature of the stool.
- Milk of magnesia neutralises stomach acid and softens the faecal matter in the intestines to facilitate passage through the colon.
- Sodium picosulfate enhances muscular contraction to facilitate the elimination of wastes.
- Overall, they are effective in the treatment of constipation.
Directions For Use
- Light Liquid Paraffin, Milk of Magnesia and Sodium Picosulfate Oral Suspension are recommended to shake the bottle well before its usage.
- It should be used as directed by your doctor or the information that is provided on the label of the product.
Storage
- This oral suspension should be protected from direct sunlight.
- Store Light Liquid Paraffin, Milk of Magnesia and Sodium Picosulfate Oral Suspension in a cool, dry area.
- Make sure that the medication is out of reach of children.
Precautions
- Consult a doctor before taking this medicine as it may have interaction with various medications, including, an antibiotic (tetracycline), diuretics (furosemide), and steroids (prednisolone).
- Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should take this medicine after consulting with a doctor. It may interact with intestinal obstruction disorder, appendicitis, intestinal blockage, and bowel inflammation.
- Consult your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver impairment/kidney disease.
Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Muscle weakness
- Itching of skin
- Pain or cramps
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can this medicine work for weight loss?
No, this particular medication is not going to aid in weight reduction. It does not slow the rate at which calories or nutrients are ingested. It might lead to dehydration since it feels like losing weight without eating, ensure you take a lot of water.
Can I take this composition with other medicines?
It is advisable to consult your physician before taking it with other drugs since it may accelerate stomach emptying and impact other drugs’ efficacy.
Does this medication end up dehydrating the patient?
An excess amount of it leads to dehydrating effects which include weakness, tremors, fainting and blurred vision. Hydrate well and consult with a doctor if any of these symptoms are experienced.
Is diarrhoea a side effect of this suspension?
If taken in large amounts it can result in diarrhea. If this occurs, consume fluids in good quantities and take foods that contain fibre in them. Always consult your doctor if you have bloody stools/too frequent bowel movements, and do not take any medication for your diarrhea.
