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Carbocium 10mg Tablet


Product introduction

Carbocium 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of constipation. This medicine absorbs water and makes stool soft, bulky and easier to pass.


Carbocium 10mg Tablet loosens stools and treats constipation.

Uses of Carbocium Tablet

Benefits of Carbocium Tablet

In Constipation

Carbocium 10mg Tablet helps to soften stools and helps in their passing out. Softening of stools increases the movement of the intestines, this helps empty your bowels and relieve constipation. It relieves the pain and discomfort caused due to constipation and improves your quality of life. Eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent constipation from happening.

Side effects of Carbocium Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Carbocium

  • Bloating
  • Abdominal distension

How to use Carbocium Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Carbocium 10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carbocium 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Carbocium 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Carbocium 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Carbocium 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Carbocium 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Carbocium 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Carbocium 10mg Tablet is used for the treatment of constipation.
  • Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
    • Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g
    • Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day
    • Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week
    • Do not hold in  stool as that can worsen bowel issues
  • Take it after a gap of 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
  • It is usually taken once a day as needed for up to 2 weeks. Do not take a larger dose, take it more often, or take it for a longer period of time than your doctor tells you to.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Polyacrylic acid derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Bulk-forming laxatives

Patient concerns

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1.5 month paignant.visit with BT Nw filling pain on belly.why this pain is she feeling. My wife filling pain on lower abdomen
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Does she have constipation
My maximum result was in my constipation condition.in that case, when i pressurise for bowel excreate then automatically a drop of white discharge come out through penis
Dr. Praveen Pushkar
Urology
Its normal avoid constipation
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User feedback


FAQs

Is Carbocium 10mg Tablet safe?

Carbocium 10mg Tablet is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as recommended by a doctor.

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India

MRP
57.68
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
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