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Lax 10 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Constipation. Lax 10 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lax 10 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lax 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Lax 10 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Lax 10 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Lax 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lax 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Lax 10 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Lax 10 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lax 10 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lax 10 Tablet 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 Lax 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lax. It is best to stop taking Lax immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lax 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Lax is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lax 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lax does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lax 10 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Lax on the liver.
What is the effect of Lax 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Lax does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lax 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lax 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lax 10 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lax 10 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lax 10 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lax 10 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lax 10 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lax 10 Tablet
Taking Lax 10 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lax 10 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lax 10 Tablet.
No, Lax should not be given to children under 6 years of age as patients in this age group can not swallow Lax 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.
Lax 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.
No, you must not use Lax for losing weight as it can be detrimental to your overall health. This is because Lax can produce serious dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. This reduces the functional ability of nerves, muscle and vital organs. The body will start depending on Lax for bowel clearance and over time, one can also develop a psychological dependence which might lead to eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia. The right approach to losing weight is to indulge in some sort of physical activity and eat in moderation.
Yes, Lax 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.
Repeated administration of Lax for colon evacuation may lead to weakness, disorientation, and orthostatic hypotension which is manifested as low blood pressure from standing up from a sitting or a lying position.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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