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Introduction to Constez 10gm Powder 10gm
Constez Powder should be taken as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. You should take it as per your doctors advice, and you can mix it with water or fruit juice if you prefer. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose may go up or down depending on how well it is working. Do not take more than you are advised to and, if you miss a dose, do not take an extra one to make up for it. Constez Powder takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after three days.
The most common side effects are abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You may also feel (or be) sick. You can help avoid the side effects by drinking plenty of fluids, taking your medicine between meals. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe stomach pain, severe diarrhea, mood changes, and seizures. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if you are unable to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have occasional blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Do not take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
The most common side effects are abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You may also feel (or be) sick. You can help avoid the side effects by drinking plenty of fluids, taking your medicine between meals. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe stomach pain, severe diarrhea, mood changes, and seizures. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if you are unable to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have occasional blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Do not take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Safety Advice for Constez 10gm Powder 10gm
- High risk
- Moderate risk
- Safe
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Constez Powder. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Constez Powder during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Constez Powder during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Constez Powder does not usually affect your ability to drive.
There is limited information available on the use of Constez Powder in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Constez Powder in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
How Constez 10gm Powder 10gm works
Constez Powder works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.
How To Use Constez 10gm Powder 10gm
- Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Constez Powder may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects Of Constez 10gm Powder 10gm
- Cramps
- Abdominal distension
- Flatulence
FAQ's on Constez 10gm Powder 10gm
Who should not be given Constez?
Constez should not be given to patients who are allergic to it or are intolerant to lactose (cannot process lactose). It should also be avoided in patients having galactosemia, a rare health problem where body cannot process galactose.
Can I take other laxatives along with Constez?
Usually one laxative is sufficient to relieve constipation. In case you need it, your doctor may advise you to take one more laxative along with Constez. The risk of side effects is more with 2 laxatives.
Is Constez a laxative?
Yes, Constez is a laxative which softens the stools by pulling in water from the body to the large intestine. It is also used to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease.
What is Constez used for?
Constez is used to treat constipation which is presented as infrequent bowel movements, hard and dry stools. It is also used in patients with hepatic encephalopathy (serious liver problem causing confusion, tremors and decreased level of consciousness).
What are the side effects of taking Constez?
Constez very commonly causes diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Diarrhea and abdominal pain occur due to high dose and dose should be reduced in such cases. Flatulence may occur during the first few days of treatment and may disappear after sometime. This medicine may also cause electrolyte imbalance. However, this is an uncommon side effect.
What if I take more than the recommended dose of Constez?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Constez may cause abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance and diarrhea, which may last for a couple of days.
How long does it take for Constez to work?
It takes about 2-3 days to see the benefits of the treatment. Talk to your doctor if you feel constipated even after 3 days of taking Constez.
Is it okay to take Constez every day?
You should take Constez for as long as advised by your doctor. You may also take it for as long as constipation lasts, which may be upto a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, the treatment may be longer, may be several months.
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