Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin is used -
Moderate
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin on heart. So it is not known whether taking Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin will cause side effects on heart or not.
Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin 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 Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin.
Interaction between Food and Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin
Information about the interaction of Sodium Picosulfate + Milk of Magnesia + Liquid Paraffin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prepopik® (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and anhydrous citric acid)
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