Sodium Picosulfate
Information about Sodium Picosulfate
Sodium picosulfate uses
Sodium Picosulfate is used in the treatment of constipation.
How sodium picosulfate works
Sodium Picosulfate is a laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, thereby facilitating the passage of stool.
Common side effects of sodium picosulfate
Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Dehydration, Dizziness, Fainting, Abdominal cramp, Abdominal discomfort, Diarrhea, Hypersensitivity, Blood in stool, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Itching, Rash, Drug eruptions, Colitis
Available Medicine for Sodium Picosulfate
Expert advice for Sodium Picosulfate
- Together with Sodium Picosulfate, 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 Sodium Picosulfate 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 Sodium Picosulfate after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- Sodium Picosulfate should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.