Laxigal

Laxigal refers to a number of drugs that are actively fighting with poor bowel performance. Simply put, the drug eliminates constipation. This problem occurs when the power is incorrect. It is mainly found in elderly people. To neglect the use of a medicine is not worth it, because he really is able to help. 

Indications Laxigal

Indications for use Laxigal - acute functional constipation. It occurs most often with a change in lifestyle, including nutrition. Observed when traveling, other climates, etc. Simply put, if you change your location.

Laxigal actively removes secondary constipation. It develops mainly on the background of other diseases. Laxigal regulates and facilitates stool in patients with rectal pathology. These processes include cracks occurring on the mucosa of the rectum, painful hemorrhoids and other problems.

When preparing for an X-ray or endoscopic examination of the digestive system, it is also recommended that you use this medication. It allows you to cleanse the intestines and thus allows you to better consider the presence / absence of pathologies. Medicament is dispensed in a pharmacy without a prescription, but it should be taken after the appointment of a doctor. Self-treatment can lead to a complete reluctance of the intestines to "work." This will require the constant intake of a laxative.

Release form

Laxigal is presented in the form of drops for ingestion. They are represented by a transparent liquid, the color of which can vary from colorless to slightly yellow-brown in color. Contains a tool and auxiliary components, among them a solution of sorbitol 70%, ethylparahydroxybenzoate sodium, hydrochloric acid 35%, purified water.

Laxigal is realized in two forms. So, in one bottle contains 10 ml. The bottle itself has a dark shade, and is in a cardboard box. There are 25 ml of the drug, "packaging" is similar. One milliliter contains 75 mg of active ingredient - sodium picosulphate.

Concentration is no different. Differences between 15 and 25 ml are not available, only in quantity. Acquire the droplets in the form in which the doctor advised. A large vial can be superfluous, especially if the drug needs to be applied, only once. The medication is not dangerous, but its systematic use of "idle" can lead to problems with the intestines.

Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics Laxigal is a laxative active agent. This medication is widely used in modern medicine. The active form of the drug is formed under the influence of microorganisms in the intestine. The agent is able to excite the nerve structures of the intestinal wall. This process allows to accelerate the emptying process. The consequence of this process is the acceleration of the promotion of intestinal contents, in those cases when there are problems. Significantly decreases the absorption of electrolytes and water. Activate the medication begins 10-12 hours after admission.

That's why it is recommended to apply the product directly at night. Getting into the body, Laxigal is not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract at all, and does not undergo hepatic-intestinal circulation. The medication does not leave a "sediment" in the body and is completely removed together with the contents of the intestine. The liver and kidneys are not affected by negative influence. 

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics Laxigal - the drug is not absorbed from the digestive tract. Moreover, hepatic intestinal circulation here is also not visible. The medication falls directly into the intestine and there begins its active "work". The effect of the first passage through the liver is not observed.

Laxigal, penetrating the body, actively excites nerve fibers located in the walls of the intestine. This occurs under the influence of microorganisms that are in the intestine itself. All this significantly speeds up the process of emptying the bowel. The content of the intestine is actively promoted, the degree of fluid absorption is reduced. The active substance of the drug is sodium picosulfate. The peak of its activity develops after 12 hours after receiving the drug. As stated above, it is recommended to apply the drug directly at night. Because the active phase of the action will then have to be in the morning hours. It should be noted that one cleaning of the intestine can not all end. Therefore, on the day of "cleaning" it is desirable to be at home. This will eliminate the possibility of discomfort.

Dosing and administration

The method of administration and dose are individual and are discussed exclusively with the attending physician. Laxigal is taken orally, adults and children over 10 years of age - in a single dose of 12-24 drops. For babies from 4 to 10 years, a single dose of 6-12 drops is sufficient. Naturally, as mentioned repeatedly above, you need to take the medicine before bed. After all, its action will begin no earlier than 10-12 hours.

As for re-use, it is possible. But the dose should be reduced or increased. This manipulation is performed depending on the effect that was obtained after the first application. Use the remedy uncontrollably for more than 10 days can not. In particular, engage in self-medication.

The methods of administration and dosage may vary, depending on the problem that needs to be addressed. If this is a serious disease or examination of the gastrointestinal tract, take Laxigal exactly as described in the instructions are not worth it. For such purposes, individual doses are developed. 

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Use Laxigal during pregnancy

The use of Laxigal during pregnancy should occur solely on the prescription of a physician. The main contraindication is the first trimester. During this period, there is a high risk of harm, both to the mother and the baby. The woman is actively preparing for childbirth. More precisely, her body is in every way rebuilt under this process. In this regard, the immune system is weakened. Therefore, the use of any drugs can only aggravate the situation.

The first trimester is dangerous for the child to develop pathologies. Miscarriage is not excluded. With special care, the remedy is used during breastfeeding. The drug, along with the mother's milk, is able to penetrate the child's body. Possible negative influences - not studied. In this regard, even at first glance, safe tablets should not be used. In any situation, you need to weigh a positive effect on the mother's body, with possible negative consequences for the baby. 

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the main components of the drug is the main inhibitory factor of medication intake. In particular, it is worth noting the substances of the triarylmethanol series and parabens. This can lead to the development of a serious allergic reaction.

In case of acute intestinal obstruction the medication is also not applied. In this case, you need to act radically, the drops will not have any effect. In the presence of strangulated hernia, peritonitis, acute inflammatory disease of the abdominal cavity organs - reception is prohibited. A similar ban applies to severe pain in the abdomen, nausea, vomiting that do not have the exact origin.  

In no case can you use a medicine in the presence of bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, metrorrhagia, spastic constipation, severe dehydration, cystitis. Do not treat children under the age of 4 years and pregnant women with this medication. Lactating mothers the drug is prescribed with extreme caution and only if there are serious medical indications.

During treatment with medication, the appearance of susceptibility of cardiac glycosides is not ruled out. Electrolyte disturbances can occur on the background of a combination of these drops with diuretics and glucocorticosteroids. The laxative effect significantly reduces antibiotics. 

Side effects Laxigal

Side effects of Laxigal, if not properly applied, can lead to dehydration of the body. It is possible to lower the pressure, the manifestation of weak pain in the abdomen, severe diarrhea, a violation of the balance of electrolytes, water. In some cases, there is weakness and convulsions.

What are the side effects from? As mentioned above, this is due to improper administration of the drug. Many people do not know that they have an increased hypersensitivity to certain components of the remedy. That's why the appearance of unfavorable symptoms suggests that people have problems. Not all patients want to get medical advice. Self-medication comes to the rescue here. All this is fraught with serious consequences.

Often happens that the instruction for use is completely ignored. Therefore, a person not only takes an overestimated dose, but also, without waiting for a lightning result, repeats the action. This leads not only to the appearance of symptoms of side effects, but also to a severe overdose. 

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Overdose

Overdosing occurs against the backdrop of uncontrolled medication. Symptoms are as follows: nausea, vomiting, severe diarrhea, abdominal pain. It is not excluded dehydration of the body against a background of a strong bowel disorder. In some cases, the pressure drops.

With chronic overdose it is possible to develop ischemia of the mucous membrane of the colon, secondary hyperaldosteronism, urolithiasis, and damage to the renal tubules. Basically this is due to taking doses, which at times exceed therapeutic ones. It is not excluded the increased production of the hormone aldosterone by the adrenal cortex, accompanied by weakness in the muscles, increased pressure.

In order to eliminate the evolved problems, it is worth resorting to gastric lavage. It is necessary to remove the drug from the body to stabilize its work. Correction of water-electrolyte balance violations is also carried out. With severe pain, antispasmodics are used. Further treatment depends on the symptomatology. 

Interactions with other drugs

The interaction of laxigal with other drugs is possible, but only if they do not have the same effect. Take several laxatives at once. Such interaction will lead to a strong dehydration of the body. It will be difficult to restore the water-electrolyte balance.

Perhaps increased sensitivity to cardiac glycosides.

GCS, diuretics increase the risk of electrolyte disturbances. If a person takes antibiotics of a wide spectrum of action, then it is worth preparing for the fact that the laxative will not give the expected effect. Because these funds significantly reduce the lax effect. Do not use daily without medical supervision for more than 10 days.

Children should only be used as directed by the doctor.

Regarding other interactions, it is worth consulting with an expert. In any case, when using any drugs at the same time as a laxative, you need to tell the doctor about it. 

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Storage conditions

Storage conditions of Laxigal should be observed in full force. The fact is that improper storage leads to a rapid deterioration of the drug. Any drug requires compliance with temperature and humidity levels. So, drops should be stored at a temperature of 10-25 degrees. Freezing means in any case impossible.

Optimum conditions will be a dry, dark place, without excess sunlight and humidity. Naturally, children should be fenced off from access to droplets. They do not carry a particular danger. But, if the baby takes them too much, there is a chance of complete dehydration. This is fraught with serious consequences.

After opening the bottle must be stored in a special way. The fact is that the expiration date in this case does not play any role. After the opening, you can use the medication for 1-2 months. It is worthwhile to observe the appearance of the drug. He should not change his taste and color. 

Shelf life

Shelf life is 2 years. But it is worth considering the fact that after the opening of the bottle it can take no more than 2 months. It is desirable to create a certain temperature regime. Suitable for 10-25 degrees. In no case should you put the product in the refrigerator. In the frozen form it is not applied.

You can put Laxigal in the first aid kit. But before this it is worth making sure that all the necessary storage conditions are observed there. The first-aid kit should not be exposed to elevated temperatures. Laxigal should be in a dry, warm place with moderate humidity. Only in this way can extend the "life" of the drug. Kids should not have access to Laxigal.

Observe follows and external data of the drug. Any change in appearance, taste and smell should be noted. In this case, the drug must be discarded. After expiration date, the product can not be used. After all, it can lead to serious side effects.