Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Bowell Sachet is a disaccharide or a sugar which is a synthesized from fructose and galactose. It is used for the treatment of constipation majorly. In some cases, this drug is also given to treat liver diseases such as hepatic encephalopathy (decline in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease).

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, it is not recommended that you use Bowell Sachet with other laxatives as this might lead to diarrhea and hence, severe dehydration. It is also recommended that you talk to your doctor before taking any other laxative. 

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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, Bowell Sachet is one of the most frequently prescribed laxatives. Therefore, yes, Bowell Sachet is safe to be used in diabetics.

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Bowell Sachet 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.

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Constipation: Bowell Sachet is non-digestible in human beings because of which, it passes as it is into the large intestine. The resident bacteria in the intestine act on it to convert it into lactic acid, acetic acid, and formic acid, drawing fluid into the stool and thus softening it. This makes it easier to pass the stool, and thus helps in relieving constipation.

Hepatic encephalopathy: In the event of liver failure, ammonia detoxification is difficult. If the level of ammonia in the bloodstream increases, it can reach the brain and damage it. Thus it is important to get rid of the excess ammonia. Bowell Sachet pulls ammonia from the bloodstream and helps in discharging it via the stool, thus preventing brain damage.