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Regut is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Sachet. Constipation are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Regut have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Regut is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Regut as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Regut normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Regut's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Regut's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Regut can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Regut in conditions like Galactosemia. Other contraindications of Regut have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Regut with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Regut, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Regut is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Regut is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Regut safe for pregnant women?
Regut is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Regut safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Regut on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Regut on the Kidneys?
Regut is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Regut on the Liver?
Regut does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Regut on the Heart?
Regut is not harmful for the heart.
Regut should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Regut unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Regut habit forming or addictive?
Regut is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Regut will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Regut only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Regut cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Regut
It is safe to take Regut with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Regut
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Regut.
Yes, Regut can be used for the prevention of stroke. It gets fermented in the intestine and in the process, a large amount of hydrogen is produced which acts as an anti-oxidant and thus, prevents stroke. However, a large number of studies is still required to validate the association.
Regut is available in the form of liquid to be taken orally. For the management of constipation, it is usually, taken once a day and for the management of a liver disease, it is usually taken 3 to 4 times a day. It is important to take the quantity exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Taking higher or the lower dose may have an adverse effect, therefore, one should always be compliant with the prescription label or doctor's recommendation.
Older people frequently suffer from constipation. The osmotic laxatives like Regut find a place in their therapy, however, some of the side effects associated with these agents are abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and flatulence. These side effects are present because Regut is converted to carboxylic acids like acetic acid, lactic acid and formic acid by the intestinal bacteria. Further, the patients may also develop a disliking to the sweet taste of the Regut.
No, Regut doesn't cause kidney failure. In fact, it can be used in patients struggling with chronic kidney diseases. Patients with chronic kidney disease struggle with detoxification. Regut can considerably reduce the levels of serum urea and creatinine. It can also reduce uric acid levels.
Chronic constipation is one of the very common gastrointestinal problems faced by the people suffering from diabetes. The goal of therapy should be to ease symptoms and facilitate defecation. The primary goal of treatment is to change lifestyle by incorporating physical activity, changing diet, eating more fiber, etc. to decrease constipation. The second line of treatment is to recommend an osmotic laxative and in that category, Regut is one of the most frequently prescribed laxatives. Therefore, yes, Regut is safe to be used in diabetics.
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