Lebalax 5 Mg &Amp, 10 Mg 5 mg. 10 mg Suppository
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 25 January 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Relief of occasional constipation.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 10 mg once daily; Children 1-12 years: 5 mg once daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 20-45 mins, Duration: Not specified.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding not established; avoid in first trimester.
Key Drug Interactions
- Diuretics
- Adreno-corticosteroids
- Other laxatives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to bisacodyl
- Ileus
- Intestinal obstruction
- Acute abdominal conditions
- Anal fissures
Common side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Use only as directed
- Not for long-term use
- Consult if symptoms worsen
- Avoid hazardous tasks if dizziness occurs
Serious warnings
- Risk of dependence on laxatives
- Fluid and electrolyte imbalance
- Avoid in abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting
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