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Therapeutic Class

LAXATIVES
Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:09 PM IST

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Drug Warnings

Do not take Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have a bowel obstruction, irritable bowel syndrome, anorexia, or kidney disease. Consult a doctor before giving Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm to children. Do not take Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm for a bowel movement; talk to your doctor if constipation lasts for more than a week. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Stop using Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm and consult a doctor if you have severe diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, bloody stools, or if the side effects (nausea, abdominal cramps, bloating) get worse, as those might be an indication of a serious condition. Talk to your doctor if you notice any sudden changes in bowel habits that persist for over two weeks.

Side Effects of Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm

  • Abdominal pain/cramps
  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Nausea

Directions for Use

Liquid/syrup/solution: Check the label for directions. Take the recommended quantity with or without food as directed by the physician.Powder: Take the recommended quantity of the powder, mix it in water and drink.

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Medicinal Benefits

Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm belongs to the group of medicines called osmotic laxatives used to treat occasional constipation. Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm causes the water to retain in the stools, thereby stimulates bowel movement. It increases the number of bowel movements, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thereby, Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm helps in providing relief from constipation. 

Uses of Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm

Constipation

About Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm

Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm belongs to the group of medicines called osmotic laxatives used to treat occasional constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, hard and painful to pass. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of stools from the body.

Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm contains ‘Polyethylene glycol’, which causes the water to retain in the stools, thereby stimulating bowel movement. It increases the number of bowel movements, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thereby, Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm helps in providing relief from constipation. 

Take Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm as advised. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as bloating, gas, nausea, and abdominal pain/cramps. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Consult a doctor before giving Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm to children. Do not take Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm for a bowel movement. Talk to your doctor if you notice any sudden changes in bowel habits that persist for over two weeks. Consult your doctor before taking Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Side Effects of Laxopeg Sachet 17 gm

  • Abdominal pain/cramps
  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Nausea
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:09 PM IST

Therapeutic Class

LAXATIVES

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