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Colax Tablet

Manufactured bySTRASSENBURG PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsSodium Picosulfate
Description
Colax Tablet is a laxative medicine used in the treatment of constipation. It stimulates the movement within the intestines which helps facilitate the passage of stool. It is also used with other medicines for bowel cleansing before colonoscopy or surgery. This medicine is available in different dosage forms like oral solution, tablet, syrup. Colax Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms persist. Colax Tablet increases water loss so it is advised that you drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration and electrolyte loss. Colax Tablet should be taken at bedtime as it can take 6-8 hours to produce the effect. Colax Tablet should be taken 2 hours after other medicines as it can affect their absorption. It should not be used for more than 5 days as prolonged use can cause electrolyte imbalance and dependence on Colax Tablet. Colax Tablet is not recommended for use in children below the age of 10 years. Consult your doctor before using this medicine, if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding. Colax Tablet is not recommended if you have any dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, stomach or intestine blockage disorders. Inform your doctor immediately if you feel any stomach discomfort while using this medicine. This medicine is to be taken along with a high-fibre diet including fruits and vegetables for best results.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Colax Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Stomach cramps

Uses of Colax Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Constipation
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Colax Tablet can be observed within 6-8 hours after taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Colax Tablet remains effective in your body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Colax Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Colax Tablet is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Colax Tablet is safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Colax Tablet if you are allergic to it. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., consult your doctor immediately.

Ileus or intestinal obstruction

Colax Tablet is not recommended for use if you have ileus or intestinal obstruction problems as this medicine may increase the risk of worsening your condition.

Inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of disorders that cause chronic pain and swelling in your intestines. Colax Tablet is not recommended for use if you have inflammatory bowel disease due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Severe dehydration

Colax Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe dehydration as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Colax Tablet is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Colax Tablet is safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Prolonged use

Colax Tablet is not recommended for use for more than 5 days at a time. Your body may get used to the medicine and it will become difficult for you to pass stools without it. It may also cause fluid and electrolyte imbalance on prolonged use.

Use in children

Colax Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 10 years of age as no safety data is available.

Hypokalaemia

Prolonged use of Colax Tablet may decrease the potassium levels in your blood. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your potassium blood levels while you are on treatment with this medicine.

Driving or Operating machinery

Colax Tablet may cause dizziness, fainting, etc in some people. It is advised that you do not perform activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Colax Tablet is generally used as needed. If you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose with Colax Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Diuretics

Antibiotics

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Colax Tablet as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment if you experience severe side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken at bedtime only

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Colax Tablet increases the bowel movements by activating the muscles in the bowel and makes it easier to pass the stools.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Laxatives

Schedule

Schedule H

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