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Picosin 5mg Syrup


Product introduction

Picosin 5mg Syrup is a medicine used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and helps you empty your bowels. It works by increasing movement in the intestine and provides relief from constipation.

Picosin 5mg Syrup stimulates passage of stools and treats constipation

Uses of Picosin Syrup

Benefits of Picosin Syrup

In Treatment of Constipation

Picosin 5mg Syrup is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. This medicine may take 6 to 12 hours to start working, therefore it is best to take it at bedtime. Take it as instructed even if it seems that it is not working as expected. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated. Constipation is a common problem that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This medicine can relieve discomfort and improve your quality of life. To prevent constipation from happening it may help to eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.

Side effects of Picosin Syrup

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 Picosin

  • Abdominal pain
  • Abdominal cramp
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Diarrhea

How to use Picosin Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Picosin 5mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Picosin 5mg Syrup.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Picosin 5mg Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Picosin 5mg Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Picosin 5mg Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Picosin 5mg Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Picosin 5mg Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Together with Picosin 5mg Syrup, taking a fiber-rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
  • Avoid taking a Picosin 5mg Syrup for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement. 
  • Take Picosin 5mg Syrup after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
  • Picosin 5mg Syrup should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Stimulant laxatives/purgative

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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References

  1. Sodium Picosulfate. Guildford, Surrey: SANOFI; 2005 [revised 16 Sep. 2017]. [Accessed 27 Mar 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Helisinki Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Helisinki Pharma, Karnal-132001, Haryana, India
Country of origin: India

MRP
81.5
Inclusive of all taxes
100.0 ml in 1 bottle
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