Senna Lax 12 mg 30 tablets
Tradename
Senna Lax
Composition
Each tablet contains
calcium sennosides 20 mg
Which is equivalent to 12 mg of Senna glycosides.
Auxiliary components
lactose, starch, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, microcrystalline cellulose, talc, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium carmellose.
Properties
Herbal laxative. Has a laxative effect, which occurs 8-10 hours after ingestion. The laxative effect is due to the effect on the receptors of the large intestine, which enhances peristalsis.
Indications
constipation caused by hypotension and sluggish peristalsis of the large intestine; stool regulation for hemorrhoids, proctitis, a fissures.
Method of administration and dosage
Adults and children over 12 years old
The drug is administered orally, as a rule, 1 time / day in the evening before bedtime, washed down with water or any drink.
Contraindications
-spastic constipation;
intestinal obstruction;
-abdominal pain of unknown origin;
acute inflammatory diseases of the abdominal cavity;
-peritonitis;
gastrointestinal and uterine bleeding;
-cystitis;
violations of water-electrolyte metabolism;
-increased sensitivity to the components of the drug.
It is prescribed with caution for liver and / or kidney diseases, during pregnancy, during breastfeeding, in conditions after abdominal operations.
Precautions
It is not recommended to use Senna lax for more than 2 weeks in a row.
After taking the drug, urine may acquire a yellow-brown or red-lilac color.
Side effects
From the digestive system: colicky abdominal pain, flatulence are possible; with prolonged use, especially in high doses, melanin deposition in the intestinal mucosa, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea are possible.
From the side of metabolism: with prolonged use, especially in high doses, violations of water-electrolyte metabolism are possible.
From the urinary system: with prolonged use, especially in high doses, albuminuria, hematuria, discoloration of urine are possible.
From the side of the central nervous system: with prolonged use, especially in high doses, convulsions, fatigue, confusion are possible.
Dermatological reactions: with prolonged use, especially in high doses, skin rash is possible.
From the side of the cardiovascular system: with prolonged use, especially in high doses, vascular collapse is possible.
Storage method
At a temperature not exceeding 30 C. In a dry place.
Packaging
Cardboard box. 1,2 or 3 blisters of 10 tablets.