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Coloxyl with Senna

Generic Name: Docusate sodium; Sennosides A and B
Product Name: Coloxyl with Senna

Indication of Coloxyl with Senna:

Used to treat constipation of many types, including:
  • Mild constipation (short-term relief).
  • Constipation of pregnancy
  • Severe constipation (to soften the impacted faeces).
    • Can be used to prevent constipation or straining in patients with:
  • Haemorrhoids
  • Hernias
  • Fissures or perianal abscess
  • Vaginal wounds from childbirth
  • Recent heart attack.

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    Action of Coloxyl with Senna:

    The two components of Coloxyl with Senna work differently:
  • Coloxyl (docusate sodium) causes more water to move from the body into the colon, softening the stool.
  • Senna works by causing bowel muscles to become more active, thereby helping evacuate the stools.

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    Dose advice of Coloxyl with Senna:

  • 1-2 tablets at night.
  • Up to four tablets daily if needed.

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    Schedule of Coloxyl with Senna:

    Unscheduled

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    Common side effects of Coloxyl with Senna:

    - Abdominal discomfort (e.g: cramps or colic).- Flatulence.

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    Uncommon side effects of Coloxyl with Senna:

    Prolonged use or overdose may result in:- Diarrhoea- Water and salt imbalance, especially potassium loss.Hypersenstivity to Coloxyl may be seen.

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    Diseases treated by Coloxyl with Senna:

    Symptoms associated with Coloxyl with Senna:


    For further information talk to your doctor.


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    Article Dates:

    calendar icon Created: 22/7/2003

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