DESCRIPTION
Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of constipation. This medicine absorbs water, hence makes the stool soft and easier to pass. It also helps in the easy passage of gas. Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are diarrhea, and stomach pain. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
INTRODUCTION
In Treatment of Constipation Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free acts a laxative that helps treat constipation (infrequent bowel movements and hard, dry stools). It works by drawing water into your bowels and making your stools softer and easier to pass. Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free also increases the movement of intestines which helps empty your bowels easily. Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free reduces the pain and discomfort and improves your quality of life. Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free might take 1-2 days to work. Take Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free as instructed and do not stop without consulting your doctor. To prevent constipation it is advisable to eat more high-fibre foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.
USE OF
Treatment of Constipation
BENEFITS
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
FACTBOX
Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::GASTRO INTESTINAL
HOW TO USE
Sodium picosulfate, liquid paraffin and milk of magnesia, which relieves constipation. Sodium picosulfate is a stimulant laxative which increases peristalsis (the wave-like movement of the intestines) to push the stools forward. Liquid paraffin is a lubricant laxative which helps retain water and fat in the stools, while milk of magnesia is an osmotic laxative which works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, making the stools soft. Together, they make stools easier to pass.
EXPIRY
Long shelf life (1-2 years).
SAFETY ADVICE
– Alcohol : UNSAFE – It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Information regarding the use of Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Information regarding the use of Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. – Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. – Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
IF MISS
COMMON SIDE EFFECT
Stomach pain
ALCOHOL INTERACTION
UNSAFE
PREGNANCY INTERACTION
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
LACTATION INTERACTION
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
KIDNEY INTERACTION
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
LIVER INTERACTION
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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FAQ
Q. What is Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free?::: Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free is a combination of three laxatives: Sodium picosulfate, liquid paraffin, and milk of magnesia. Together they help relieve constipation by softening the stools and increasing the movement of the intestine. Sodium picosulfate is a stimulant laxative which increases the movement of the intestines to push the stools forward. Liquid paraffin is a lubricant laxative which helps the stools to retain water. Milk of magnesia is an osmotic laxative and it works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, making the stools soft.| Q. What are the recommended storage conditions for Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.| Q. Can the use of Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free cause diarrhea?::: Yes, the use of Piclin Plus Oral Suspension Sugar Free can cause diarrhea. In case you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting a doctor.| Q. How long should laxatives be used for?::: Ideally, laxatives should only be used occasionally and for short periods of time. Do not get into the habit of taking laxatives every day to keep the bowels regular and to ease your constipation. It may be harmful.| Q. Can any type of laxative be used for Crohn’s disease?::: No, some laxatives may not be safe to use if you are suffering from Crohn’s disease. Please consult your doctor before taking any laxatives if you have certain conditions like Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative disease.
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