Luxatin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Luxatin Information

Luxatin is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Constipation. The alternative uses of Luxatin have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Luxatin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Luxatin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Luxatin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Luxatin has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Luxatin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Luxatin related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Galactosemia must refrain from the use of Luxatin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Luxatin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Luxatin have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Luxatin Benefits & Uses

Luxatin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Luxatin 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

Luxatin Related Warnings

Is the use of Luxatin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Luxatin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Luxatin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Luxatin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Luxatin on the Kidneys?

Luxatin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Luxatin on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Luxatin on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Luxatin on the Heart?

Luxatin is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Luxatin with Other Drugs

Luxatin 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

Luxatin Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Allergy
Galactosemia

Frequently asked Questions about Luxatin

Is this Luxatin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Luxatin.

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

Luxatin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Luxatin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Luxatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Luxatin

Taking Luxatin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Luxatin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Luxatin.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Luxatin

Question about 5 years ago

Can Luxatin be given to the elderly?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Older people frequently suffer from constipation. The osmotic laxatives like Luxatin find a place in their therapy, however, some of the side effects associated with these agents are abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and flatulence. These side effects are present because Luxatin is converted to carboxylic acids like acetic acid, lactic acid and formic acid by the intestinal bacteria. Further, the patients may also develop a disliking to the sweet taste of the Luxatin.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Luxatin with other laxatives?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, it is not recommended that you use Luxatin with other laxatives as this might lead to diarrhea and hence, severe dehydration. It is also recommended that you talk to your doctor before taking any other laxative.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Luxatin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Luxatin 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

Can Luxatin be used in children?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Luxatin can be used in children. Constipation is one of the highly prevalent problems in childhood. In children above 6 months of age, dietary modifications are recommended for the prevention and management of constipation, however, if there is no respite, osmotic laxatives such as lactulose have been found to be effective.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Luxatin 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, Luxatin is one of the most frequently prescribed laxatives. Therefore, yes, Luxatin is safe to be used in diabetics.