Laxoberon
This medicine helps you go to the toilet by making your bowels move faster and softening your stool. It is used for short-term severe constipation.
Form
kapseli, pehmeä
Strength
2.5 mg
Active Ingredient
Sodium picosulfate monohydrate
Manufacturer
Opella Healthcare France SAS
How to Use
Dosage
The recommended starting dose for adults and children over 12 years is 2 capsules in the evening.
Method
Take the capsules by mouth with enough liquid.
Important
Do not take more than 4 capsules in a single day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Diarrhea
COMMON
- •Stomach pain
- •Stomach cramps
- •Stomach discomfort
RARE
- •Vomiting
- •Nausea
- •Dizziness
RARE
- •Rash
- •Allergic reaction
- •Swelling of the tongue, lips, or face
- •Skin reactions
- •Drug rash
- •Itching
- •Fainting
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to sodium picosulfate or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have severe painful stomach problems with fever, nausea, or vomiting (e.g., appendicitis).
- Do not use if you have inflammatory bowel disease or a bowel blockage.
- Do not use if you have a serious fluid imbalance in your body.
- Do not use this medicine every day for long periods without finding out why you are constipated. Long-term overuse can cause fluid and potassium problems.
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- Talk to a doctor before use if your constipation has lasted more than a week, if you've had stomach surgery, or if the user is under 12 years old.
- Do not use this medicine to lose weight. It does not block calories and can cause serious harm.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking diuretics or corticosteroids, as high doses of LAXOBERON can affect electrolyte balance. Antibiotics might also lessen its effect.
- If you are pregnant, only use this medicine if your doctor says it's okay.
- This medicine might make you feel dizzy or faint. If this happens, do not drive or use machines until you feel better.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. A stimulant laxative. For short-term use only. (updated 20.5.2024)