Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Julax is available in the tablet form to be taken orally and as suppositories and enema to be taken through the rectum. It is usually taken orally 6 to 12 hours before a bowel movement is required. One should not take the oral medicine more than once a day or for more than a week as it might lead to dependence. One must comply with the doctor's prescribing information. A tablet should be swallowed with a glass of water and it should not be split, chewed or crushed.Julax should not be taken after one hour of consuming dairy products. If there is no relief, talking to the doctor can be helpful. Suppositories produce a bowel movement within 50 to 60 minutes while enema produces a bowel movement within 5 to 20 minutes.

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Julax is usually taken an evening before a bowel movement is desired. One should not take it more than once a day for more than a week. If there is no respite in constipation even after regular use, one must speak to the doctor immediately. 

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to use Julax for as long as it is prescribed by a doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects. As soon as the side effects surface, it is important to notify your doctor. 

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Julax works by increasing the motility of the large intestine. It stimulates the secretion of fluids and electrolytes. It also promotes peristaltic contractions in the stomach muscles.

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Constipation is caused by poor dietary habits, inadequate consumption of water, lack of exercise or movement, insufficient visits to the toilet, pregnancy, and intake of some medicines. Yes, [medicine] is very effective against constipation. However, if you do not get relief, please speak to your doctor immediately.