Smulax Liquid 170ml

Older people frequently suffer from constipation. The osmotic laxatives like Smulax find a place in their therapy, however, some of the side effects associated with these agents are abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and flatulence. These side effects are present because Smulax is converted to carboxylic acids like acetic acid, lactic acid and formic acid by the intestinal bacteria. Further, the patients may also develop a disliking to the sweet taste of the Smulax. 

Yes, Smulax 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.

Yes, Smulax can be used in children. Constipation is one of the highly prevalent problems in childhood. In children above 6 months of age, dietary modifications are recommended for the prevention and management of constipation, however, if there is no respite, osmotic laxatives such as lactulose have been found to be effective.

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, Smulax is one of the most frequently prescribed laxatives. Therefore, yes, Smulax is safe to be used in diabetics.

Yes, it is safe to take Smulax for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor, provided you take the exact prescribed amount. However, in some people, Smulax 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.