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Osilax Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Other than this, Osilax Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Osilax Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Osilax Syrup are Gastrointestinal discomfort. Some other side effects of Osilax Syrup have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Osilax Syrup normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Osilax Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Osilax Syrup related warnings talks about Osilax Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Galactosemia must refrain from the use of Osilax Syrup since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Osilax Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Osilax Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Osilax Syrup, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Osilax Syrup is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Osilax Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Osilax is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Osilax Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Osilax is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Osilax Syrup on the Kidneys?
Osilax is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Osilax Syrup on the Liver?
Osilax is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Osilax Syrup on the Heart?
Osilax is completely safe for the heart.
Osilax Syrup 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 Osilax Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Osilax Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Osilax Syrup is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Osilax Syrup
You can take Osilax Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Osilax Syrup
Information about the interaction of Osilax Syrup and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Self-medicating and then discontinuing Osilax 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 Osilax as prescribed by the doctor and continues with the treatment as per the recommendations.
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, Osilax is one of the most frequently prescribed laxatives. Therefore, yes, Osilax is safe to be used in diabetics.
Yes, Osilax 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.
You might have to take Osilax for as long as constipation or hepatic encephalopathy lasts. For constipation, your doctor might prescribe it for a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, your doctor might prescribe it for several months. It is extremely important that you take Osilax for as long as it is prescribed your doctor.
No, Osilax 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. Osilax can considerably reduce the levels of serum urea and creatinine. It can also reduce uric acid levels.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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