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Luxol is a prescription drug, available for use as Powder. Constipation are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Luxol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Luxol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Luxol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Luxol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Luxol's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Luxol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Luxol related warnings section.
Luxol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Galactosemia are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Luxol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Luxol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Luxol is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Luxol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Luxol safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Luxol in pregnant women.
Is the use of Luxol safe during breastfeeding?
Luxol has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Luxol on the Kidneys?
Luxol is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Luxol on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Luxol on the liver.
What is the effect of Luxol on the Heart?
Luxol is completely safe for the heart.
Luxol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Luxol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Luxol habit forming or addictive?
Luxol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Luxol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Luxol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Luxol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Luxol
It is safe to take Luxol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Luxol
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Luxol with alcohol.
Luxol 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).
No, it is not recommended that you use Luxol 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.
You might have to take Luxol for as long as constipation or hepatic encephalopathy lasts. For constipation, your doctor might prescribe it for a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, your doctor might prescribe it for several months. It is extremely important that you take Luxol for as long as it is prescribed your doctor.
Yes, it is safe to take Luxol for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor, provided you take the exact prescribed amount. However, in some people, Luxol may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, gas, diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps. If any of these side effects occur, one must speak to the doctor immediately.
Yes, Luxol can be used for the prevention of stroke. It gets fermented in the intestine and in the process, a large amount of hydrogen is produced which acts as an anti-oxidant and thus, prevents stroke. However, a large number of studies is still required to validate the association.
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