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Lax Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Constipation. Lax Suspension also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Lax Suspension depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lax Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lax Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lax Suspension is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lax Suspension related warnings talks about Lax Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lax Suspension contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Lax Suspension with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Lax Suspension is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lax Suspension 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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Is the use of Lax Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lax. It is best to stop taking Lax immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lax Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Lax is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lax Suspension on the Kidneys?
Lax does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lax Suspension on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Lax on the liver.
What is the effect of Lax Suspension on the Heart?
Using Lax does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lax Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lax Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lax Suspension.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lax Suspension, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lax Suspension can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lax Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lax Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lax Suspension
Taking Lax Suspension with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lax Suspension
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lax Suspension.
No, Lax should not be given to children under 6 years of age as patients in this age group can not swallow Lax without chewing it and this might lead to a breaking of the enteric coating, leading to gastric irritation. Suppositories can be given to children in cases of severe constipation under a supervision of a nurse.
Lax belongs to the class of drugs known as stimulant laxatives. It is a laxative used for the short-term treatment of constipation. It is also used to clear bowels before surgical procedures. It is a stimulant laxative. Alongside taking [Medicne], one should also focus on taking a healthy diet, drinking a lot of water and indulging in some form of physical activity on a regular basis to facilitate a normal bowel movement.
No, you must not use Lax for losing weight as it can be detrimental to your overall health. This is because Lax can produce serious dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. This reduces the functional ability of nerves, muscle and vital organs. The body will start depending on Lax for bowel clearance and over time, one can also develop a psychological dependence which might lead to eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia. The right approach to losing weight is to indulge in some sort of physical activity and eat in moderation.
Yes, Lax abuse can cause a rare disease known as urinary calcareous disease. In this disease, the fluids and electrolytes deplete from the gastrointestinal tract leading to the formation of supersaturated urinary calculi.
Repeated administration of Lax for colon evacuation may lead to weakness, disorientation, and orthostatic hypotension which is manifested as low blood pressure from standing up from a sitting or a lying position.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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