Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin might be taken for fecal impaction. Scientific studies have found that Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin is useful in fecal impaction when used along with polyethylene glycol (PEG). Since it is a prescription drug you are advised to consult with your doctor first before taking Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin for fecal impaction by yourself.

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin is a brand name of sodium picosulfate and it comes in the form of tablet, syrup, and solution. It belongs to the class of drug known as a stimulant laxative. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of constipation. It is also used to prepare the large bowels before surgery or diagnostic procedure (colonoscopy).

Dr. MBBS , Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

No, Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Dr. MBBS , Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as vomiting, nausea, and headache. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.