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skilax tablets 5mg (1 box = 6 strips) (1 strip = 10 tablets) Product Image

Skilax Tablets 5Mg (1 Box = 6 Strips) (1 Strip = 10 Tablets)

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Skilax Tablets Specification

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

No

Generics

Sodium Picosulphate

Used For

Constipation

How it works

Sodium picosulphate which is a stool softening laxative taken orally.It is metabolized by the colonic bacteria to the active compund which stimulates the mucosa of the latge intestine , causing peristalsis . It is usually effective 6-12 hours.

Skilax Tablets Usage And Safety

Dosage

Sodium Picosulphate

Side Effects

GI upset , proctalgia , dry mouth , headache , thirst , fatigue , sleep disorder.

Drug Interactions

Antibiotics , digoxin , diuretics , lithium , corticosteroids , oral contraceptives antidiabetics , anticonvulsants , iron , bulking agent , TCADS , SSRIs , antipsychotics .

Indication

Constipation of any aetiology and bowel clearance before surgery , childbirth or radiological investigations.

When not to Use

Can not be used in patients with ileus , intestinal obstruction, acute surgical abdominal conditions conditions like acute appendicitis , acute inflammatory bowel disease , and in severe dehydration. Not to be used in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sodium picosulfate or any other component .

Skilax Tablets Precautions

Precaution

Patients who need to take laxatives frequently should do so under medical supervision only and should have the cause of their constipation investigated.

Skilax Tablets Warnings

Warning 1

Prolonged excessive use may lead to fluid and electrolyte imbalance and hypokalaemia and may precipitate onset of rebound constipation.

Warning 2

Not to be taken by children under 10 years without medical advice.

Warning 3

As with all laxatives , sodium picosulfate oral solution should not be taken on a continuous daily basis for long periods .

Skilax Tablets Additional Information

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

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