Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml is a prescription medicine that is available as a Liquid. It is typically used for the treatment of Constipation. The alternative uses of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml 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.
In addition, Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml in conditions like Galactosemia. Other contraindications of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Looz safely.
Is the use of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Looz on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml on the Kidneys?
Using Looz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml on the Liver?
Using Looz does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml on the Heart?
You can take Looz without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml
It is safe to take Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Looz Enema 20% Liquid 275ml with alcohol.
Looz 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).
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, Looz is one of the most frequently prescribed laxatives. Therefore, yes, Looz is safe to be used in diabetics.
Yes, Looz is associated with bloating and distention. This is because Looz produces gas upon its degradation in the colon. If you experience excess bloating after taking Looz, please consult your doctor about taking an alternative medicine. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the right treatment for you.
Yes, Looz can be used for the prevention of stroke. It gets fermented in the intestine and in the process, a large amount of hydrogen is produced which acts as an anti-oxidant and thus, prevents stroke. However, a large number of studies is still required to validate the association.
No, Looz doesn't cause kidney failure. In fact, it can be used in patients struggling with chronic kidney diseases. Patients with chronic kidney disease struggle with detoxification. Looz can considerably reduce the levels of serum urea and creatinine. It can also reduce uric acid levels.
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References
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