Arilax 5mg Oral Solution
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution should be taken in a dose as advised by your doctor and take it at a fixed time at night. You should not use this medicine for more than a few days unless your doctor tells you to. Some lifestyle changes can help with constipation, for example eating more fiber in foods such as fruit, vegetables and cereals, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking regular exercise.
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution is a medicine used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and helps you empty your bowels. It works by increasing movement in the intestine and provides relief from constipation.
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution should be taken in a dose as advised by your doctor and take it at a fixed time at night. You should not use this medicine for more than a few days unless your doctor tells you to. Some lifestyle changes can help with constipation, for example eating more fiber in foods such as fruit, vegetables and cereals, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking regular exercise.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine are headache, nausea, and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. If they persist, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have a blockage in your bowel, upset stomach or your bowel movements have been different for more than two weeks.
03Uses
Treatment of Constipation
04How To Use
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. Arilax 5mg Oral Solution may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution is a laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, thereby facilitating the passage of stool.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Arilax 5mg Oral Solution, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Constipation
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. This medicine may take 6 to 12 hours to start working, therefore it is best to take it at bedtime. Take it as instructed even if it seems that it is not working as expected. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated. Constipation is a common problem that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This medicine can relieve discomfort and improve your quality of life. To prevent constipation from happening it may help to eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.
08Side Effects
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
Headache
Vomiting
Nausea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arilax 5mg Oral Solution.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Arilax 5mg Oral Solution alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Arilax 5mg Oral Solution in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Arilax 5mg Oral Solution in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Together with Arilax 5mg Oral Solution, taking a fiber-rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
Avoid taking a Arilax 5mg Oral Solution for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
Take Arilax 5mg Oral Solution after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Arilax 5mg Oral Solution should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
References
Sources and references
Sodium Picosulfate. Guildford, Surrey: SANOFI; 2005 . view
