Movalax Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Sodium Picosulphate 10 mg Also Known As: Sodium Picosulfate
Manufacturer
Mova Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
MOVALAX TABLET contains Sodium picosulfate which belongs to the group of medicines called Laxatives. It is used for short term relief of functional constipation. Constipation is defined as fewer than three bowel movements a week, stools that are hard, dry, lumpy, difficult or painful to pass. Your doctor might advise to take rich fibre diet, more fluid intake, and do regular exercise. MOVALAX TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with acute liver failure, severe dehydration, ileus, gastrointestinal obstruction, gastrointestinal ulceration or perforation. It is also not recommended if you have appendicitis, acute inflammatory bowel diseases, severe abdominal pain associated with nausea and vomiting, sudden/severe abdominal pain just before intake, undiagnosed rectal bleeding. MOVALAX TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney, heart disease, recent gastro-intestinal surgery, inflammatory bowel disease. Contact your doctor before taking. MOVALAX TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding women unless it is clearly necessary. MOVALAX TABLET is not recommended for use in children under 10 years of age. MOVALAX TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. The most common
Uses
OF MOVALAX TABLET Used to manage short-term relief of functional constipation
How It Works
MOVALAX TABLET works by increasing the mucosa of the large intestine and rectum. Which in turn increases its motility (movement), accumulation of water, hence softening the stool and stimulating defecation (emptying of bowel).
Directions for Use
Take MOVALAX TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the whole medicine with glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of medicine depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking MOVALAX TABLET are diarrhoea, abdominal pain, cramps, or discomfort. Do consult your physician if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF MOVALAX TABLET Used to manage short-term relief of functional constipation HOW MOVALAX TABLET WORKSMOVALAX TABLET works by increasing the mucosa of the large intestine and rectum. Which in turn increases its motility (movement), accumulation of water, hence softening the stool and stimulating defecation (emptying of bowel). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake MOVALAX TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the whole medicine with glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of medicine depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF MOVALAX TABLETCOMMON diarrhoea abdominal pain, cramps or discomfort UNCOMMON nausea vomiting RARE hypersensitivity (such as angioneurotic oedema and skin reactions) Stop taking MOVALAX TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reaction (symptoms include rash, swelling of skin, mouth, face leading to swallowing or breathing difficulties)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMOVALAX TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy or women planning to have a baby unless it is considered clearly necessary by the doctor. Contact your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGMOVALAX TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is considered clearly necessary by the doctor. Contact your doctor before taking MOVALAX TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESMOVALAX TABLET has no or negligible influence on ability to drive and use machines. KIDNEYMOVALAX TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking MOVALAX TABLET. LIVERMOVALAX TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with and acute liver failure. Contact your doctor before taking. ALLERGYDo not take MOVALAX TABLET if you are allergic to Sodium picosulfate or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEMOVALAX TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart disease. Contact your doctor before taking. OTHERSMOVALAX TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: severe dehydration ileus (bowel condition causing blockage in the intestine) gastrointestinal obstruction, ulceration or perforation acute abdominal surgical conditions including appendicitis acute inflammatory bowel diseases severe abdominal pain associated with nausea and vomiting sudden, severe abdominal pain just before intake undiagnosed rectal bleeding Before taking MOVALAX TABLET tell your doctor if you have: recent gastro-intestinal surgery inflammatory bowel disease Use in Paediatrics: MOVALAX TABLET is not recommended for use in children under 10 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking. Use in Geriatrics: MOVALAX TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients aged due to increased susceptibility to the effects of dehydration. Contact your doctor before taking.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking MOVALAX TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: diuretics (medicines used to increase urine output) Ex. amiloride corticosteroids (medicines used to manage inflammatory conditions) Ex. cortisone lithium (used to manage mental illness) cardiac glycosides (used to manage heart disorders) Ex. digoxin anti-epileptics (medicines used to manage fits) Ex. carbamazepine contraceptives (medicines used to manage pregnancy) Ex. progestin anti-diabetics (medicines used to manage diabetes) Ex. metformin, glipizide NSAIDs (medicines used to manage pain) Ex. diclofenac, ibuprofen tricyclic antidepressants (Ex. amoxapine), selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (medicines used to manage depression, anxiety and panic disorders) Ex. fluoxetine antipsychotic drugs (medicines used to manage psychoses) Ex. clozapine, haloperidol carbamazepine (to manage epilepsy) antibiotics (used to manage infections) Ex. amoxicillin Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of MOVALAX TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are diarrhoea, abdominal cramps and a clinically significant loss of potassium and other electrolytes. SYNOPSIS Drug : Sodium Picosulfate Pharmacological Category : Laxatives Therapeutic Indication : Constipation Dosage Forms : Tablet, Solution, Syrup, Oral solution, Oral suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep MOVALAX TABLET out of sight and reach of children Store MOVALAX TABLET at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Movalax Tablet 10'S.
What is MOVALAX TABLET used for?
MOVALAX TABLET is used for short term relief of functional constipation in adults and children above 10 years of age. Contact your doctor for more information before taking it.
Does MOVALAX TABLET help with weight loss?
Stimulant laxatives, including MOVALAX TABLET do not help with weight loss. These medicines do not reduce the absorption of calories or nutrients. They may cause watery stools (diarrhoea), abdominal cramps and dehydration. Dehydration may seem like weight loss.
What does constipation mean and why does it happen?
Constipation is a bowel disorder that occurs due to slowing down of the muscle actions in the large intestine. It may be caused due to a sudden change of diet, a less fibrous diet, loss of muscle tone in elderly people, pregnancy, certain medicines (morphine or codeine), prolonged bedtime and lack of exercise. The symptoms of constipation include bloating, discomfort or sometimes headache.
What are the natural ways to manage constipation?
Constipation may be relieved by certain lifestyle and diet modifications such as: Eat a balanced diet including fresh fruit and vegetables, drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated and exercise to stay fit.
How does MOVALAX TABLET help in relieving constipation?
MOVALAX TABLET works by increasing the mucosa of the large intestine and rectum. Which in turn increases its motility (movement), accumulation of water, hence softening the stool and stimulating defecation (emptying of bowel).
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