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Laxat (Guj) is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Laxat (Guj) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Laxat (Guj) 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
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 Laxat (Guj) safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Laxat (Guj) in pregnant women.
Is the use of Laxat (Guj) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Laxat (Guj) for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Laxat (Guj) on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Laxat (Guj) on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Laxat (Guj) on the Liver?
Laxat (Guj) does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Laxat (Guj) on the Heart?
Laxat (Guj) is not harmful for the heart.
Laxat (Guj) 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 Laxat (Guj) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Laxat (Guj) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Laxat (Guj) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Laxat (Guj) since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Laxat (Guj) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Laxat (Guj) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Laxat (Guj)
Taking Laxat (Guj) with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Laxat (Guj)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Laxat (Guj) with alcohol will be.
Self-medicating and then discontinuing Laxat (Guj) as per one's own will can have detrimental effects on one's health as there are chances of a relapse. It is thus recommended that one takes Laxat (Guj) as prescribed by the doctor and continues with the treatment as per the recommendations.
Yes, it is safe to take Laxat (Guj) for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor, provided you take the exact prescribed amount. However, in some people, Laxat (Guj) may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, gas, diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps. If any of these side effects occur, one must speak to the doctor immediately.
Laxat (Guj) 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.
Yes, one can have an allergic reaction to Laxat (Guj). In case you develop an allergic reaction, please stop using Laxat (Guj) and talk to your doctor immediately.
Constipation: Laxat (Guj) 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. Laxat (Guj) pulls ammonia from the bloodstream and helps in discharging it via the stool, thus preventing brain damage.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 739
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 676