Laxoberon | Laxoberon

Laxoberon
Tablets
[ Sodium Picosulfate ]
Liquid
[ Sodium Picosulfate ] BP
Contact laxative
Composition
Each tablet contains
Each 5mlcontains
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because of it contains important information for you.
.        Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
.        If you have further questions, ask your the doctor or your pharmacist.
.        This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it onto others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
.        If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.
What is in this leaflet
.What is Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
.What are the indications for Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
.What should be the dose of Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
.What are the contraindications of Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
.What are the adverse effects of Laxoberon Tabler/Liquid
What is Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
Normal and regular bowel movement is important for most people. However, what is ‘’ normal and regular ‘’ varies from person to person. Some may have a bowel movement every day, others less often. Whatever it is like for you, it is best that your bowel movement has a regular pattern.
Constipation is an occasional problem for some people. For others, it may happen more often. It happens when the normal muscle actions in the bowel[ large intestine] slow down. This can mean that material is not easily eliminated from the body.
The cause of constipation is often not known. It can be associated with;
.Sudden change of diet
.A diet with not enough fiber
.Loss of ‘tone’ of the bowel muscles in older people
.Pregnancy
.Medicines such as morphine or codeine
.Having to stay in bed for a long time
.Lake of exercise
Wherever the cause, constipation can be uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy or generally’’ of color‘’.  Sometimes it causes headaches. These healthy tips are recommended to try to prevent constipation happening;
.Eat a balanced diet including fresh fruits and vegetables
Drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated
Keep up your exercise and stay fit
Make time to empty your bowels when your body tells you LAXOBERON contains a medicine called sodium picosulfate. This belongs to a group of medicines called laxapibes.
What are the indications for Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid?
.LAXOBERON is used for relief of constipation
.LAXOBERON gently stimulates the muscles of the bowel [large intestine].
This brings predictable, overnight relief from constipation, helping to return the body to its natural rhythm.
What should be the dose of Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
Is this medicine is from your doctor or pharmacist, do exactly as they have told you. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. If you do not understand the instructions, or if you are not sure, ask your pharmacist or doctor.
As with all laxatives, LAXOBERON should not be taken every day for more than five days. If you need laxatives every day, or if you have abdominal pain which does not go away, you should see your doctor.
How much to take
Laxoberon Tablets
Adults and children over 10 years
. Take one to two tablets  [ 5 MG TO 10 MG ] at night.
. When your bowel regularity has returned to normal, the dose can usually be stopped
Children aged between 4 and 10 years
LAXOBERON should only be given to children between the ages of 4 and 10 if recommended by a doctor. The usual dose for children is;
. Give half to one tablet [2.5 mg to 5 mg] at night
Children under 4 years
LAXOBERON is not recommended for children under 4 years.
Lexoberon.Liquid
Adults and children over 10 years
. One to two 5mg spoonfuls at night
.When your bowel regularity has returned normal, the dose can usually be stopped
Children aged between 4 and 10 years
LAXOBERON The liquid should only be given to children under 10 if recommended by a doctor.
The usual dose for a child;
. Half to one 5 ml spoonful at night
Children under 4 years
The dose will depend on the weight of your child;
0.25 ml for each kilogram of the child’s body weight.
If you take more LAXOBERON than you should
If you take more of this medicine than you should, talk to a doctor or go to a hospital straight away. Take the medicine pack with you. This is so the doctor knows but you have taken.
If you have any questions on the use of this product, ask your pharmacist or doctor.
What are the contraindications of Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
Do not take LAXOBERON if;
You are allergic [ hypersensitive ] to sodium picosulfate or any of the other ingredients in the product.
You have severe dehydration
You have a bowel condition called’’ ileus’’ [blockage in the intestine]
You have a serious abdominal condition such as appendicitis
If you have severe abdominal pain with nausea and vomiting
You have a blocked bowel [ intestinal obstruction ]
You have inflammation of the bowel [small or large intestine]
Do not take this medicine if any of the above applies to you. If you are not sure, talk to your pharmacist or doctor before taking this medicine.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicine, including medicines obtained without a prescription. This includes herbal medicine. This is because LAXOBERON can affect the way some other medicines work. Also, some other medicine can affect the way LAXOBERON works.
In particular, tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking;
-water tablets [diuretics] such as bendrofluazide or furosemide [frusemide]
-Steroid medicines such as prednisolone
-Antibiotics – used for infections
Before taking LAXOBERON to tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure if any of the above applies to you.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Take to your pharmacist or doctor before taking LAXOBERON if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding.
What are the adverse effects of Laxoberon Tablet/Liquid
Like all medicine, LAXOBERON can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The following side effects may happen with this medicine;
Isolated events [some side effects are so rare that it is not known how many people may be affected]
.        Syncope [ feeling faint ]
.        Allergic reaction
If you have a severe allergic reaction, stop taking this medicine and see a doctor straight away. The signs may include; a rash, swelling of your skin, mouth, and face which may cause swallowing or breathing problems.
Very common side effects [affects 1 in 10 people or more]
.Diarrhea  
Common side effects [ affects less than 1 in 10 people]
.Abdominal discomfort, cramps or pain
Uncommon side effect [affects less than 1 in a hundred people]
.Nausea
.Vomiting
.Dizziness
If aside effect occurs and gets troublesome or seems serious to you, or if you experience any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your pharmacist or doctor

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