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Laxofit 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 Laxofit safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Laxofit has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Laxofit safe during breastfeeding?
Laxofit is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Laxofit on the Kidneys?
Laxofit is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Laxofit on the Liver?
Laxofit does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Laxofit on the Heart?
Laxofit is not harmful for the heart.
Laxofit 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 Laxofit unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Laxofit habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Laxofit .
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Laxofit can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Laxofit only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Laxofit is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Laxofit
Taking Laxofit with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Laxofit
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Laxofit with alcohol will be.
Take Laxofit 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Laxofit should be taken without food because the presence of food might affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this drug to stay well hydrated.
Yes, Laxofit is a stool softener. It draws water into the bowel from the intestinal lumen which softens the stools and promotes its easier evacuation.
Laxofit is a brand name of sodium picosulfate and it comes in the form of tablet, syrup, and solution. It belongs to the class of drug known as a stimulant laxative. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of constipation. It is also used to prepare the large bowels before surgery or diagnostic procedure (colonoscopy).
No, Laxofit 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.
No, Laxofit is not a sulfa drug. It contains sodium picosulfate which is a stimulant laxative agent that is used to provide relief from chronic constipation.
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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
