Polycarbophil Calcium
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Polycarbophil calcium is a bulk laxative.It absorbs water in GIT to form a MUCILAGINOUS mass which increases volume of feces and hence promote peristalsis.
Indications
Polycarbophil Calcium is primarily indicated in conditions like Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Diarrhoea, Hyperlipidaemia.
Contraindications
Polycarbophil Calcium is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Polycarbophil Calcium, which give rise to further complications include Intestinal obstruction.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Polycarbophil Calcium include Hypersensitivity reactions.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Polycarbophil Calcium are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Abdominal distension, Flatulence.
Warnings
There is a risk of intestinal or oesophageal obstruction and fecal impaction,esp if suchlaxatives are swallowed dry. Polycarbophil calcium should be always taken with sufficient fluid. polycarbophil calcium should not be taken by patients who have difficulty in swallowing.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
3.5 g (3.5 (3.5)) 24 hourly oral —
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Polycarbophil Calcium was found.
Storage
Store in a well closed container.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.