Celemix Infusion
Celemix Infusion is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital or a clinical setting. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration of your treatment will depend on the severity of your condition.
Celemix Infusion
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Celemix Infusion is used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and makes your stool easier to pass by drawing water into your bowel. It is given as an injection in patients who are hospitalized or are unable to take laxatives by mouth.
Celemix Infusion is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital or a clinical setting. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration of your treatment will depend on the severity of your condition.
The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You can help avoid these side effects by drinking plenty of fluids or taking the 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 Celemix Infusion, 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.
03Uses
Treatment of Constipation
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
05How It Works
Celemix Infusion works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Celemix Infusion, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Constipation
Celemix Infusion is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. It is given as an injection by your doctor or healthcare provider and should not be self-administered. 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
Stomach cramp
Nausea
Diarrhea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Celemix Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Celemix Infusion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Celemix Infusion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:SAFE
Celemix Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
Celemix Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Celemix Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Celemix Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Celemix Infusion is used for the treatment of constipation.
Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35gDrink 8-10 glasses of water per dayExercise regularly at least 3 times per weekDo not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues
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
Take it atleast 2 hours after taking other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.
References
Sources and references
Sharkey KA, Wallace JL. Treatment of Disorders of Bowel Motility and Water Flux; Anti-Emetics; Agents Used in Biliary and Pancreatic Disease. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1332.
McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1079.
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