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Piclin Kid Tablet (10) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Constipation.
The right dosage of Piclin Kid Tablet (10) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Piclin Kid Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset, Stomach cramps. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Piclin Kid Tablet (10) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Piclin Kid Tablet (10) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Piclin Kid Tablet (10)'s effect is Mild during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Piclin Kid Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Piclin Kid Tablet (10) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Abdominal Pain, Diarrhea (Loose Motions), Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Piclin Kid Tablet (10) may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Piclin Kid Tablet (10), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Piclin Kid Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -
Main 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Piclin Kid Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Piclin has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Piclin Kid Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Piclin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Piclin Kid Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
Piclin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Piclin Kid Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Piclin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Piclin Kid Tablet (10) on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Piclin for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Piclin Kid Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Piclin Kid Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Piclin Kid Tablet (10) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Piclin Kid Tablet (10) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Piclin Kid Tablet (10) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Piclin Kid Tablet (10) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Piclin Kid Tablet (10)
You can take Piclin Kid Tablet (10) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Piclin Kid Tablet (10)
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Piclin Kid Tablet (10) with alcohol.
No, Piclin is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Take Piclin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Piclin is a stool softener. It draws water into the bowel from the intestinal lumen which softens the stools and promotes its easier evacuation.
Yes, Piclin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as vomiting, nausea, and headache. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Piclin. It is used to provide relief from chronic constipation in patients who had diabetes mellitus if other drugs such as psyllium husk (Isabgol), lactulose are ineffective in treating constipation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prepopik® (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and anhydrous citric acid)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 674