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Laxof Benefits & Uses

Laxof is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Hernia

Laxof 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	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: strength 300 mg magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) and 1.25 ml liquid paraffin in 5 ml, dose should be taken at bedtime
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Constipation 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 300 mg magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) and 1.25 ml liquid paraffin in 5 ml, dose should be taken at bedtime
Adult	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 300 mg magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) and 1.25 ml liquid paraffin in 5 ml, dose should be taken at bedtime
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 300 mg magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) and 1.25 ml liquid paraffin in 5 ml, dose should be taken at bedtime

Laxof Related Warnings

Is the use of Laxof safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Laxof on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Laxof safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Laxof on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Laxof will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Laxof on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Laxof for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Laxof on the Liver?

Information about safety of Laxof for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Laxof on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Laxof on the heart, information on safety of Laxof for the heart is unavailable.

Severe Interaction of Laxof with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Hydrocortisone

Aspirin

Atropine

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Salbutamol

Laxof Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Laxof

Is this Laxof habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Laxof.

Laxof Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Laxof

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Laxof together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Laxof

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Laxof with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Laxof

Question over 4 years ago

Does Laxof cause Diarrhea?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Laxof can cause Diarrhea. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Laxof cause kidney problems?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Laxof does not cause kidney problems. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual kidney problem after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Laxof cause black stool?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Laxof does not cause black stool. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual black stool after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.