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Defenorm
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
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Defenorm is a laxative drug made from plant materials.
Indications Defenorma
It is used to treat constipation of various origins (this list includes constipation during pregnancy and common constipation).
In addition, the drug can be used to soften feces in people with anal fissures, hemorrhoids and diverticulosis of the colon, as well as in people who have undergone surgery in the anorectal area.
The drug is prescribed to stabilize stool in cases of functional diarrhea, IBS, ulcerative colitis and transmural ileitis.
At the same time, it can be used in combination treatment in people with disorders of cholesterol metabolism processes.
Release form
The drug is released in capsules placed inside blister strips of 10 pieces. The box contains 3 such strips.
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Pharmacodynamics
The sandy plantain husk contained in the drug has a mild laxative effect, and at the same time stabilizes the stool during the development of functional diarrhea. This element swells under the influence of liquid, and its specific hydrophilic fibers containing mucus irritate the intestinal endings, due to which weakened intestinal peristalsis is normalized. In addition, the substance helps to soften feces and increase their volume - by retaining liquid in the intestinal lumen.
The drug facilitates the process of defecation and changes the consistency of feces, which helps prevent irritation in the rectum in people with anal fissures or hemorrhoids.
Defenorm synthesizes bile acids, retaining them within the intestinal lumen, due to which the plasma cholesterol level decreases slightly.
Pharmacokinetics
The medicinal activity of the drug is observed after 6-10 hours after taking the capsule orally.
The active ingredient of Defenorm is not absorbed into the circulatory system and is excreted in the feces.
Dosing and administration
The capsules must be taken orally, swallowed whole. The time of taking the medicine is not tied to food intake. During treatment, it is recommended to drink at least 1.5 liters of any liquid per day.
The dosage of the drug can be adjusted by the doctor, taking into account the degree of expression of the drug effect. The drug can be used for long courses.
It is prescribed in the amount of 1-2 capsules, which are taken at intervals of 6-8 hours.
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Use Defenorma during pregnancy
The medication can be used during lactation or pregnancy only with the permission of a doctor.
Contraindications
The medicine is not used in people with hypersensitivity to plantain.
The use of the medication is contraindicated in people with gastrointestinal tract stenosis of an organic nature, as well as with intestinal obstruction, and in conditions where the risk of such obstruction is very high.
The drug is not used in people with water-electrolyte balance disorders, and also in people with severe diabetes mellitus.
Side effects Defenorma
When using Defenorm for treatment, negative symptoms such as a feeling of fullness in the intestines and bloating may occur. Often, such side effects disappear on their own after a few days from the start of treatment.
There were isolated cases of signs of allergy on the epidermis, including itching and urticaria.
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Overdose
After taking too large doses of Defenorm, abdominal pain of a generalized nature, as well as bloating and a feeling of fullness in the intestines, have been observed.
In case of drug poisoning, you should drink plenty of fluids.
Interactions with other drugs
Combination with Defenorm may lead to weakening of intestinal absorption of other therapeutic agents.
It is prohibited to prescribe the medication in combination with drugs that suppress intestinal peristalsis, as well as antidiarrheal agents.
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Storage conditions
Defenorm must be kept at temperatures not exceeding 25°C.
Shelf life
Defenorm can be used within 24 months from the date of release of the drug.
Application for children
Defenorm is not used in pediatrics – in children under 12 years of age.
Analogues
Analogues of the drug are the following drugs: Ketanserin, Tribenoside, Troxevasin, Venosan, Essaven, Esflazid, Licorice root, Butadion ointment, Novocaine, Nupercainal, Tykveol, Romazulan, Natur-ker, Naturilax, Guttalax, Depuraflux, Kalifig, Complex malt root powder, Antihemorrhoidal collection, as well as Field restharrow root.
Reviews
Defenorm receives positive feedback from most patients who have used it to treat constipation. Patients note its high efficiency and gentle therapeutic effect.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Defenorm" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.