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Softools Suspension

Manufactured byFLARING FORMULATIONS (P) LTD
ContainsLiquid Paraffin (1.25 ml) + Magnesium Hydroxide (3.75 ml) + Sodium Picosulfate (3.33 mg)
Description
Softools Suspension is a combination of Liquid Paraffin, Magnesium Hydroxide, and Sodium Picosulfate. It is used in the treatment of constipation in adults. This medicine works by increasing water content in the intestines, improving bowel movements and facilitating the easy passage of stools. Softools Suspension may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Softools Suspension should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day, preferably at bedtime. This medicine can be taken with or without food. Softools Suspension should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing stomach/intestinal problems before beginning treatment with this medicine. Close evaluation with respect to your current medicines is necessary to avoid any undesired side effects. Softools Suspension is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before taking this medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Softools Suspension

  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal cramps

Uses of Softools Suspension

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?
    Softools Suspension begins to show its effect within 6 to 12 hours after intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Softools Suspension remains effective is not clinically 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 have been reported with Softools Suspension.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Softools Suspension is not known. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Softools Suspension passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.

Allergy

Avoid Softools Suspension if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Gastrointestinal obstruction

Softools Suspension is not recommended if you have a history of stomach/intestinal bleeding or a blockage/tear in your intestines due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.

Gastrointestinal disease

Softools Suspension is not recommended if you have any stomach/intestinal problems associated with symptoms of nausea, vomiting, fever, abdominal pain, etc due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Softools Suspension is not known. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Softools Suspension passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings

Other medicines

Softools Suspension may interfere with the absorption of other medicines and reduce their effectiveness. Hence it is recommended to take Softools Suspension at least three to four hours before or after intake of other medicinal products.

Use in children

Softools Suspension is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Softools Suspension. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Softools Suspension.
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
Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Softools Suspension is eliminated by kidneys and should be used with caution if you have pre-existing kidney problems due to the increased risk of side effects, resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in your body. Your kidney function needs to be closely monitored and dose adjustments may be required based on your clinical condition.
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 Softools Suspension with or without food, preferably at bedtime. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Take Softools Suspension three to four hours before or after intake of other medicinal products to avoid any undesired side effects. Do not take Softools Suspension for prolonged duration. Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within three to four days. Softools Suspension may cause diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience a severe worsening of your condition.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken at bedtime only

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Softools Suspension is a combination of Liquid Paraffin, Magnesium Hydroxide, and Sodium Picosulfate. It belongs to a class of medicines called laxatives. This medicine works by increasing the water content in the intestines and increasing stool volume. This causes softening of the stool. It also improves bowel movements and allows the stool to pass more easily.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Laxatives

Schedule

Schedule H

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