REGULAX picosulfate

Description: REGULAX picosulfate

The drug contains the drug disodium triumpicosulfate, which is a locally acting laxative. In the large intestine, it prevents water absorption and increases the excretion of water into the intestinal contents, leading to a softening of stool consistency and an increase in stool volume.

It is used in the short term for constipation and diseases in which it is desirable to facilitate the emptying of stool. Like other laxatives, it should not be taken daily or for prolonged periods of time without a medical examination of the cause of constipation.

Method of use

Dosage and dosage schedules:

1 ml of the solution (equivalent to 20 drops) contains 7,5 mg of disodium triumpicosulfate monohydrate (equivalent to 7,23 mg of disodium triumpicosulfate).

Unless otherwise advised by a physician, adults and children over 12 years of age should take 14 - 27 drops at one time (equivalent to 5 - 10 mg of disodium triumpycosulfate).
Children aged 4 to 11 years should take 7-14 drops once (equivalent to 2.5-5 mg of disodium tripyripyrifosulphate) (see section 4.3 of the SPC).
It is recommended to start with the lowest dose. The dose may be adjusted to the maximum recommended dose to allow for regular bowel movements.

Duration of treatment:
It should not be taken daily without interruption or for prolonged periods (maximum 3 months) without a medical determination of the cause of constipation.

Way of use:

The drug is intended for oral use. It is best to take the drops in the evening, with or without drinks. The effect usually occurs after 10 - 12 hours.

Warning:

The drug should not be taken during pregnancy.
The drug is contraindicated in children under 4 years of age. Children aged 4 years and older may take this medication only on the advice of a physician.
Prolonged and excessive use can lead to increased fluid and electrolyte losses and hypokalaemia.
The drug contains sorbitol.
The drug is suitable for diabetics.
If patients notice abdominal cramps, they should avoid potentially dangerous activities such as driving or operating machinery.
Further special warnings are given in the SPC (section 4.4).

Active ingredients

disodium triumpicosulfate