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Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free


Product introduction

Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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.

Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free is a combination of stimulant, surfactant, and osmotic laxative medicines.

Uses of Zetalax Oral Suspension

Benefits of Zetalax Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Constipation

Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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. Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free also increases the movement of intestines which helps empty your bowels easily. Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free reduces the pain and discomfort and improves your quality of life.
Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free might take 1-2 days to work. Take Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free 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.

Side effects of Zetalax Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zetalax

  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain

How to use Zetalax Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Zetalax Oral Suspension works

Sodium picosulfate, liquid paraffin and milk of magnesia, which relieves constipation. Sodium picosulfate is a stimulant laxative which increases peristalsis (the wave-like movement of the intestines) to push the stools forward. Liquid paraffin is a lubricant laxative which helps retain water and fat in the stools, while milk of magnesia is an osmotic laxative which works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, making the stools soft. Together, they make stools easier to pass.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Zetalax Oral Suspension Sugar Free for the treatment of constipation.
  • Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
    • Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g
    • Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day
    • Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week
    • Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues
  • Do not take the medicine immediately before sleeping.
  • Avoid taking it for longer durations. If symptoms persist, if you need to use it every day, or if you have continuous abdominal pain, you should consult your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.

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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

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1.5 month paignant.visit with BT Nw filling pain on belly.why this pain is she feeling. My wife filling pain on lower abdomen
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Does she have constipation
My maximum result was in my constipation condition.in that case, when i pressurise for bowel excreate then automatically a drop of white discharge come out through penis
Dr. Praveen Pushkar
Urology
Its normal avoid constipation
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References

  1. Sodium Picosulfate. Guildford, Surrey: Aventis Pharma Limited; 2005 [revised 7 Oct. 2017]. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Liquid Paraffin. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
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  4. Sodium Picosulfate. Woburn, Bedfordshire: Dalkeith Laboratories Limited; 2007. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India

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