Sorbitol Benefits & Uses

Sorbitol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Sorbitol 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

Sorbitol Related Warnings

Is the use of Sorbitol safe for pregnant women?

Sorbitol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Sorbitol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Sorbitol safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Sorbitol on the Kidneys?

Sorbitol is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Sorbitol on the Liver?

Sorbitol is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sorbitol on the Heart?

Using Sorbitol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Sorbitol with Other Drugs

Sorbitol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Lamivudine,Zidovudine

Sorbitol Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Sorbitol

Is this Sorbitol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sorbitol has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Sorbitol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Sorbitol should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Sorbitol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Sorbitol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sorbitol

You can take Sorbitol with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sorbitol

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sorbitol with alcohol.

Unknown