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Lexatin Benefits & Uses

Lexatin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Hernia

Lexatin 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

Lexatin Related Warnings

Is the use of Lexatin safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Lexatin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Lexatin safe during breastfeeding?

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

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

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

There is no research available on the side effects of Lexatin on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Severe Interaction of Lexatin with Other Drugs

Lexatin 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

Lexatin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Lexatin

Is this Lexatin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lexatin has not been reported.

Lexatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lexatin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lexatin and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lexatin

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

Frequently asked Questions about Lexatin

Question about 5 years ago

How does Lexatin work?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Lexatin works by holding water with the stool and soften the stool to pass. In this way, it relieves from constipation.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lexatin cause Diarrhea?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Lexatin 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Lexatin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Lexatin without consulting your doctor because it is a over the counter drug But it is highly recommended to take it under medical supervision.