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Swilax is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Constipation. Secondary and off-label uses of Swilax have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Swilax depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Swilax can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Swilax are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Swilax's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Swilax has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Swilax related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Swilax are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Swilax may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Swilax, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Swilax 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Swilax safe for pregnant women?
Swilax can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Swilax, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Swilax safe during breastfeeding?
Swilax is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Swilax on the Kidneys?
Using Swilax does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Swilax on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Swilax on the liver.
What is the effect of Swilax on the Heart?
You can take Swilax without any fear of damage to the heart.
Swilax 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 Swilax unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Swilax habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Swilax.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Swilax. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Swilax is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Swilax is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Swilax
Taking Swilax with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Swilax
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Swilax with alcohol will be.
No, Swilax should not be given to children under 6 years of age as patients in this age group can not swallow Swilax without chewing it and this might lead to a breaking of the enteric coating, leading to gastric irritation. Suppositories can be given to children in cases of severe constipation under a supervision of a nurse.
Yes, Swilax abuse can cause a rare disease known as urinary calcareous disease. In this disease, the fluids and electrolytes deplete from the gastrointestinal tract leading to the formation of supersaturated urinary calculi.
Yes, long-term or overdosage can cause diarrhea. If it happens, you must avoid heavy spicy meals and take medicines to reduce stool output.
Swilax works by increasing the motility of the large intestine. It stimulates the secretion of fluids and electrolytes. It also promotes peristaltic contractions in the stomach muscles.
Swilax belongs to the class of drugs known as stimulant laxatives. It is a laxative used for the short-term treatment of constipation. It is also used to clear bowels before surgical procedures. It is a stimulant laxative. Alongside taking [Medicne], one should also focus on taking a healthy diet, drinking a lot of water and indulging in some form of physical activity on a regular basis to facilitate a normal bowel movement.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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