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Laxative with Meva C
Respected Physicians here. I have been prescribed Meva C tablet before meals, BD, for my abdominal cramps. However of late I have been facing severe constipation. Is it safe to take one Dulcoflex tablet at bed time with a 2 hour gap between Meva C & Dulcoflex? Please guide for any other laxative that potentially helps relieve constipation better.
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Meva-C contains mebeverine + chlordiazepoxide and can itself cause constipation in some people. Dulcoflex contains bisacodyl, a stimulant laxative, and can be used for short-term constipation, but recurrent/severe constipation should not be managed repeatedly with stimulant laxatives without identifying the cause.
A fibre-rich diet, adequate fluids and regular physical activity are helpful. A stool-softening/osmotic laxative may be preferable for ongoing constipation, but the choice should depend on your medical history and other medicines.
You may consult me on Practo to review your current medicines and suggest an appropriate constipation regimen.
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You can use dulcolax after dinner at night.
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You need a review of the current medicines and an appropriate laxative rather than adding Dulcolax on your own.
A consultation would help assess the cause and choose a safe, effective option for relief.
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You can stop it and no to worry about it.
Take tab pruact 2 mg bed time if u have constipation or incomplete evacuation.
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Medicine is good but you need to also improve your lifestyle modifications and dietary habits.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
Need some more history from your
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You can use syrup duphalac 10 ml at night
Don’t use for long time
Drink more water and eat more fruits and vegetables
Exercise
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Dr. Rachna Pande
Internal Medicine
42 yrs exp
Bhopal
Melatonin c itself can cause constipation, hence avoid it. Abdominal cramps could be due to constipation and resulting gases as well.
Take tab dulcolax 10mg after dinner. Take high fiber diet, hot water before sleeping and after getting up.
Get ultrasound abdomen done and share results. Then I can help you further.
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Mr. Ashish
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Jind
Dulcoflex (bisacodyl) can be used for short-term constipation. A 2-hour gap from Meva C is reasonable, but avoid using two laxatives routinely without medical advice
Tab. Dulcoflex 5 mg – 1 tab HS × 2–3 days
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Drink plenty of water and increase fibre gradually. Consult your doctor if constipation persists
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Do not use Dulcoflex daily for >5 days. Severe abdominal pain, vomiting or abdominal swelling → urgent consultation
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Dulcolax
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Reesha Varshney
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Bareilly
Yes, you can take it better to take duphalac syrup form along with a cup of warm water just before bed
Do not take any laxative regularly as it may lead to other potential problems
Take home message: Stay hydrated and start eating more of fibre rich diet and salad before meals
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Dr. Shyam Ganesh Hiwarkar
Internal Medicine
10 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Take syp Dyphalac 15 ml after dinner
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do ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis if symptoms not relieved
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