Polycarbophil Benefits & Uses

Polycarbophil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Polycarbophil 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 625 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 6 years old can take

Polycarbophil Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Polycarbophil is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Swelling

Mild

Bloating or fullness
Abdominal distension

Polycarbophil Related Warnings

Is the use of Polycarbophil safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Polycarbophil for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Polycarbophil safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Polycarbophil in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Polycarbophil on the Kidneys?

Polycarbophil may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Polycarbophil on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Polycarbophil on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Polycarbophil on the Heart?

Information about safety of Polycarbophil for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Polycarbophil with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Lactulose

Mild

Acarbose

Polycarbophil Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Appendicitis
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Polycarbophil

Is this Polycarbophil habit forming or addictive?

Polycarbophil is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

There is no benefit of taking Polycarbophil for mental disorders.

No

Polycarbophil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Polycarbophil

There is no information on the effects of taking Polycarbophil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Polycarbophil

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

Unknown