The drug "Regulax" comes in the form of fruitcubes, as well as a colorless transparent solution. The drug belongs to the pharmacotherapeutic group of laxatives. The active component (in solution) is sodium picosulfate monohydrate. Additional substances: sorbitol 70% solution, distilled water, propylene glycol.
The drug "Regulus Pikosulfat" (reviewsspecialists point to this) begins to operate ten to twelve hours after application. The active form of the agent, formed by hydrolysis under the influence of the activity of intestinal microorganisms, has an exciting effect on the nerve structures in the intestinal wall. As a result of this process, the content moves faster, the absorption of water and electrolytes decreases. The medicine "Regulax" (drops), doctors' reviews confirm this, after ingestion it is not subject to absorption and hepatic-intestinal circulation.
The drug is shown with atopic constipation.The medicine "Regulax" (the patients' testimonials confirm this) contributes to the effective regulation of the stool with cracks in the anus, proctitis, hemorrhoids. The medication is used in preparation for surgery, radiographic and instrumental research.
The medicine "Regulax" (reviews of specialists are unified inthis) should not be used in case of intestinal obstruction, hypersensitivity, restrained hernia. Contraindications include peritonitis, inflammatory phenomena of the acute course in the organs in the abdominal cavity, with abdominal pains (of an unexplained nature). The drug "Regulax" is not prescribed for bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, cystitis, metrorrhagia, severe dehydration. Contraindicated remedy for spastic constipation, in the first trimester of pregnancy. The medication is not prescribed for children under four years of age.
The drug "Regulax" (reviews of doctorstestify to this) it is most expedient to take for the night once a day. For adults, the initial dose is thirteen drops, with stable constipation - twenty-six. For children, the recommended dosage is five to eight drops. In accordance with the obtained therapeutic effect, the amount of the drug is decreased or increased.
During lactation, the drug should be taken with caution.
When applying the drug "Regulax" probablythe emergence of dehydration, diarrhea, abdominal pain. In some cases, there may be a disturbance of the water-electrolyte balance, a lowering of the blood pressure, weakness, convulsive state.
With the simultaneous use of cardiac glycosides and "Regulax" medication (expert reviews confirm this), it is possible to increase sensitivity to the former.
The combined use of the drug with glucocorticosteroids and diuretics may increase the risk of electrolyte disturbances.
The laxative effect of the drug "Regulax" can reduce antibiotic drugs.
In case of an overdosereactions. Along with this, it is noted (with a chronic overdose against a background of prolonged use) ischemia of the mucosa in the large intestine, damage to the renal tubules. Probably the development of urolithiasis, secondary hyperaldosteronism.
As a treatment, correction of water-electrolyte balance disorders, gastric lavage is applied. Showing spasmolytic drugs.
Experts note that the use of the drug"Regulax" is advisable only if other means (correction of the diet, intake of drugs that increase the volume of intestinal contents) do not yield a therapeutic result.
Before using the medication, you should consult your doctor.
