Osmitol Information

Osmitol is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Constipation. Secondary and off-label uses of Osmitol have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Osmitol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Osmitol also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal distension, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea. Such side effects of Osmitol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Osmitol's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Osmitol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Osmitol related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Osmitol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Osmitol may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Osmitol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Osmitol Benefits & Uses
Osmitol Dosage & How to Take
Osmitol Side Effects
Osmitol Related Warnings
Osmitol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Osmitol
Osmitol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Osmitol Benefits & Uses

Osmitol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Osmitol 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: Constipation Before or After Meal: With meal 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
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: With meal 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: With meal 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
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: With meal 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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: With meal 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

Osmitol Related Warnings

Is the use of Osmitol safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Osmitol on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Osmitol safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Osmitol in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Osmitol is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Osmitol on the Kidneys?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Osmitol on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Osmitol on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Osmitol on heart. So it is not known whether taking Osmitol will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Osmitol Contraindications

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

Allergy
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Osmitol

Is this Osmitol habit forming or addictive?

Osmitol does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Osmitol as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Osmitol only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Osmitol is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Osmitol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Osmitol

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Osmitol together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Osmitol

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

Unknown