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SP LAX POWDER 100GM 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.
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Is the use of SP LAX POWDER 100GM safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Sp Lax. It is best to stop taking Sp Lax immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of SP LAX POWDER 100GM safe during breastfeeding?
Sp Lax does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of SP LAX POWDER 100GM on the Kidneys?
Sp Lax is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of SP LAX POWDER 100GM on the Liver?
Using Sp Lax does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of SP LAX POWDER 100GM on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Sp Lax for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take SP LAX POWDER 100GM unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this SP LAX POWDER 100GM habit forming or addictive?
SP LAX POWDER 100GM is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and SP LAX POWDER 100GM
It is safe to take SP LAX POWDER 100GM with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and SP LAX POWDER 100GM
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking SP LAX POWDER 100GM with alcohol will be.
Sp Lax contains sodium picosulfate which is a stimulant laxative. It works by directly acting on the intestines which result in increased peristalsis movement. It also softens the stools by drawing water into the bowel from the intestinal lumen. In this way Sp Lax promotes the easier evacuation of the bowels which provides relief to the patient from constipation.
Yes, Sp Lax is a stool softener. It draws water into the bowel from the intestinal lumen which softens the stools and promotes its easier evacuation.
Yes, Sp Lax might be taken for fecal impaction. Scientific studies have found that Sp Lax is useful in fecal impaction when used along with polyethylene glycol (PEG). Since it is a prescription drug you are advised to consult with your doctor first before taking Sp Lax for fecal impaction by yourself.
No, Sp Lax is not a sulfa drug. It contains sodium picosulfate which is a stimulant laxative agent that is used to provide relief from chronic constipation.
No, Sp Lax 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
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