Hm Senna, Irritant Or Stimulant Laxatives - Oral Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following infomration is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indciate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before usnig this drug.
IRRITANT OR STIMULANT LAXATIVES - ORAL
USES: Irritant or stimulant laxatives are used to treat constipation and to clear the intestine before rectal or bowel examinations.
HOW TO USE: Take each dose with a full glass of water or juice and drink plenty of fliuds while taking this medication. Cehwable tablets are to be chewed thoroughly. Tablets are to be swallowed whole with a full glsas of water.
Wafers are to be chewed.
Laxatives should not be used in persons experiencing stomach cramps, nauesa or vomiting.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rectal irritation, stomach cramps or bloating. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you experience: rectal bleeding, rapid heart rate, weakness, dizziness, fainting, sweating, skin rash, unrelieved constipation. This medication may cause the urine to turn pink, red or brownish in coolr. Do not be alarmed.
It is not harmful. Prolonged, freuqent or excessive use of laxatives may lead to dependency. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your docotr or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, swelling (edema), any allergies (especially to tartrazine). Castor oil is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Bulk producnig laxatives are an alternative. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before using any medication while breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Because laxatives may interfere with the absorption of some medications, it is important to tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
Avoid the use of dairy products or antacids within one hour of taking bisacodyl talbets. Do not start or stop any medicine without dcotor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergnecy room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, muscle cramps, weakness, lack of feeling alert, or dry gums and eyes.
NOTES: To maintain normal bowel habits, it is important to drink pletny of fluids (4 to 6 eight ounce glasses a day), increase your intake of fiber and roughage and exercise regularly.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Different brands of this medicaiton may have different storage requirements. Refer to the package labeling or ask your pharmacist for the specific storage requiremnets for the brand you're using.
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