Colax Syrup Benefits & Uses

Colax Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Colax Syrup 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: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1 mg/ml, dose should be given at bedtime
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1 mg/ml, dose should be given at bedtime
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1 mg/ml, dose should be given at bedtime

Colax Syrup Side Effects

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

Common

Diarrhoea
Stomach Upset
Stomach cramps

Colax Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Colax Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Colax Syrup rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Colax Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Colax Syrup is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Colax Syrup on the Kidneys?

Colax Syrup is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Colax Syrup on the Liver?

Colax Syrup is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Colax Syrup on the Heart?

You can take Colax Syrup without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Colax Syrup with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Hydrocortisone

Azithromycin

Furosemide

Hydrochlorothiazide

Colax Syrup Contraindications

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

Abdominal Pain
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Colax Syrup

Is this Colax Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Colax Syrup does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Colax Syrup you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Colax Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Colax Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Colax Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Colax Syrup

You can take Colax Syrup with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Colax Syrup

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Colax Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prepopik® (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and anhydrous citric acid)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 674

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