Con Stop: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Con Stop Information

Con Stop is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Constipation. Secondary and off-label uses of Con Stop have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Con Stop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Con Stop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Con Stop go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Con Stop is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Con Stop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Con Stop related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Galactosemia must refrain from the use of Con Stop since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Con Stop contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Con Stop have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Con Stop is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Con Stop Benefits & Uses
Con Stop Dosage & How to Take
Con Stop Side Effects
Con Stop Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Con Stop with Other Drugs
Con Stop Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Con Stop
Con Stop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Con Stop Benefits & Uses

Con Stop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Con Stop 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: Hepatic Encephalopathy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Con Stop Related Warnings

Is the use of Con Stop safe for pregnant women?

Con Stop is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Con Stop safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Con Stop as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Con Stop on the Kidneys?

Con Stop is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Con Stop on the Liver?

Con Stop does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Con Stop on the Heart?

You can take Con Stop without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Con Stop with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Bisacodyl

Docusate

Olmesartan,Amlodipine,Hydrochlorothiazide

Amiodarone

Salbutamol

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Con Stop Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Allergy
Galactosemia

Frequently asked Questions about Con Stop

Is this Con Stop habit forming or addictive?

Con Stop is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Con Stop since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Con Stop is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Con Stop for mental disorders.

No

Con Stop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Con Stop

It is safe to take Con Stop with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Con Stop

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Con Stop with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Con Stop

Question over 4 years ago

Can Con Stop cause allergy?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, one can have an allergic reaction to Con Stop. In case you develop an allergic reaction, please stop using Con Stop and talk to your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Con Stop?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Con Stop is a disaccharide or a sugar which is a synthesized from fructose and galactose. It is used for the treatment of constipation majorly. In some cases, this drug is also given to treat liver diseases such as hepatic encephalopathy (decline in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I stop taking Con Stop on my own?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Self-medicating and then discontinuing Con Stop as per one's own will can have detrimental effects on one's health as there are chances of a relapse. It is thus recommended that one takes Con Stop as prescribed by the doctor and continues with the treatment as per the recommendations.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Con Stop?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Con Stop is available in the form of liquid to be taken orally. For the management of constipation, it is usually, taken once a day and for the management of a liver disease, it is usually taken 3 to 4 times a day. It is important to take the quantity exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Taking higher or the lower dose may have an adverse effect, therefore, one should always be compliant with the prescription label or doctor's recommendation.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Con Stop safe for diabetics?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Chronic constipation is one of the very common gastrointestinal problems faced by the people suffering from diabetes. The goal of therapy should be to ease symptoms and facilitate defecation. The primary goal of treatment is to change lifestyle by incorporating physical activity, changing diet, eating more fiber, etc. to decrease constipation. The second line of treatment is to recommend an osmotic laxative and in that category, Con Stop is one of the most frequently prescribed laxatives. Therefore, yes, Con Stop is safe to be used in diabetics.