Picodon Plus Syrup

Making informed decisions about your health is essential. This page offers a detailed look at Picodon Plus Syrup, providing you with the facts about its therapeutic uses, recommended dosage, potential side effects, drug interactions, and other vital information. Use this knowledge to have meaningful conversations with your healthcare provider about Picodon Plus Syrup and your treatment options.

MRP: ₹ 87
Packing: 170.0 ml in 1 bottle
Salt Combination: Sodium Picosulfate (3.33mg/5ml) + Liquid Paraffin (1.25mg/5ml) + Milk Of Magnesia (3.75mg/5ml)
Brand: Medons India
Uses: Treatment of Constipation

Description

Picodon Plus Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of constipation
This medicine absorbs water, hence makes the stool soft and easier to pass
It also helps in the easy passage of gas
Picodon Plus Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor
The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine
You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends
If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen
Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are diarrhea and abdominal discomfort
Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time
Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects
Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding
You should also tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Picodon Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Picodon Plus Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Picodon Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Picodon Plus Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Picodon Plus Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Picodon Plus Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Picodon Plus Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Picodon Plus Syrup.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	GASTRO INTESTINAL
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses of Picodon Plus Syrup

In Treatment of Constipation Picodon Plus Syrup acts a laxative that helps treat constipation (infrequent bowel movements and hard, dry stools)
It works by drawing water into your bowels and making your stools softer and easier to pass
Picodon Plus Syrup also increases the movement of intestines which helps empty your bowels easily
Picodon Plus Syrup reduces the pain and discomfort and improves your quality of life
Picodon Plus Syrup might take 1-2 days to work
Take Picodon Plus Syrup as instructed and do not stop without consulting your doctor
To prevent constipation it is advisable to eat more high-fibre foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Picodon Plus Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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