Polycarbophil Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip Out of Stock

₹ 50

10 TABLET 1 Strip ₹ 50

Out of Stock

Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
Contains / Salt: Polycarbophil

Polycarbophil Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip

₹ 50

10 TABLET | 1 Strip

₹ 50

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Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
Contains / Salt: Polycarbophil

Polycarbophil Information

Polycarbophil is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Polycarbophil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Polycarbophil Benefits & Uses

Polycarbophil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Polycarbophil Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 6 years old can take

Polycarbophil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Polycarbophil is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Swelling

Mild

Bloating or fullness
Abdominal distension

Polycarbophil Related Warnings

Is the use of Polycarbophil safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Polycarbophil on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Polycarbophil safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Polycarbophil in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Polycarbophil is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Polycarbophil on the Kidneys?

Polycarbophil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Polycarbophil on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Polycarbophil on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Polycarbophil on the Heart?

Side effects of Polycarbophil on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Polycarbophil with Other Drugs

Polycarbophil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Lactulose

Mild

Acarbose

Polycarbophil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Polycarbophil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Appendicitis
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Polycarbophil

Is this Polycarbophil habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Polycarbophil is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Polycarbophil since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Polycarbophil should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Polycarbophil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Polycarbophil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Polycarbophil

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Polycarbophil, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Polycarbophil

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Polycarbophil with alcohol.

Unknown