Unilax 5mg Tablet

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Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:12 AM (IST)

Unilax 5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and helps you empty your bowels. Sometimes it is used by hospitals before surgery or some internal examinations or treatments. It works by increasing the movement in the intestine.

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General Information

Contains

Bisacodyl (5mg)

Marketer

Concertina Pharma Pvt Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Unilax 5mg Tablet is best taken at night when it is used to treat constipation. It should be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, broken or crushed. It is recommended to start with the lowest dose and increase if you need to, but do not exceed the maximum daily dose. You should not use this medicine for more than the recommended days unless your doctor tells you to. Some lifestyle changes can help with constipation, for example drinking plenty of fluids, exercise regularly, eating more fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and cereals.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine are vomiting, stomach pain, and nausea. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. If they persist, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have a blockage in your bowel, upset stomach or your bowel movements have been different for more than two weeks. Some medicines and some foods can interfere with the way this medicine works so discuss this with your doctor to make sure you are safe. You should not normally take other treatments for constipation while using this medicine and should also avoid dairy products at the same time. Unilax 5mg Tablet is not generally recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Unilax Tablet

Constipation

Side effects of Unilax Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Unilax

Vomiting
Bloating
Nausea
Stomach cramp

How to use Unilax Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Unilax 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Unilax Tablet works

Unilax 5mg Tablet is a laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, thereby facilitating the passage of stool.

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Quick tips

Together with Unilax 5mg Tablet, taking a fiber-rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
Avoid taking a Unilax 5mg Tablet for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
Take Unilax 5mg Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Unilax 5mg Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
Together with Unilax 5mg Tablet, taking a fiber-rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
Avoid taking a Unilax 5mg Tablet for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
Take Unilax 5mg Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Unilax 5mg Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Unilax 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Unilax 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Unilax 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Unilax 5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Patients may experience dizziness and/or syncope due to a vasovagal response (e.g. to abdominal spasm). If patients experience abdominal spasm they should avoid driving.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Unilax 5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Unilax 5mg Tablet is generally not advised if there is associated vomiting as the loss of body water can be harmful to kidney function.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Unilax 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to use Unilax 5mg Tablet?

Unilax 5mg Tablet is safe if you use it for a prescribed duration and dose as recommended by your doctor. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.

Is Unilax 5mg Tablet a stimulant laxative?

Yes, Unilax 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives which increase bowel movements. Unilax 5mg Tablet is used for recent or long-term constipation. It can also be used to clear the bowels before surgery, labor or radiological investigation.

Is Unilax 5mg Tablet habit forming?

Unilax 5mg Tablet can be habit-forming. Long-term use can make your body depend on the laxative for regular bowel movements, damage the bowel, cause malnutrition, and problems with the amounts of water and salts in your body. Do not use this medicine for longer than directed by your doctor. If your constipation keeps returning, consult your doctor.

Is Unilax 5mg Tablet effective?

Yes, Unilax 5mg Tablet is effective if used for an approved indication at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Can I take Unilax 5mg Tablet for constipation?

Unilax 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of recent or long-term constipation. Unilax 5mg Tablet can also be used to clear the bowels before surgery, labor or radiological investigation. Unilax 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives. Stimulant laxatives increase bowel movements, thus help in relieving constipation.

Can I take Unilax 5mg Tablet with senna?

Unilax 5mg Tablet and senna both belong to a group of medicines called laxatives. However, no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Can the use of Unilax 5mg Tablet help lose weight?

Unilax 5mg Tablet does not cause weight loss. Please consult your doctor in case you experience weight loss while taking Unilax 5mg Tablet or if you need treatment for weight management.

Does Unilax 5mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea is a common side effect of Unilax 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience intolerable diarrhea with Unilax 5mg Tablet.

Does Unilax 5mg Tablet cause cramping?

Abdominal cramps or pain is a common side effect of Unilax 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience cramps while taking Unilax 5mg Tablet.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Diphenylmethane Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Stimulant Laxatives / Purgatives

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Patient concerns

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Marketer details

Name: Concertina Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: 4-4/10, Sree Guru Datta Nagar, HYDERABAD - 501 511. , Andhra Pradesh, INDIA

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Unilax 5mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Unilax 5mg Tablet

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Unilax Tablet

Side effects of Unilax Tablet

How to use Unilax Tablet

How Unilax Tablet works

All substitutes for Unilax 5mg Tablet

BO Lax 5mg Tablet

Lax 5mg Tablet

Bylax 5mg Tablet

Cremaffin Fresh Tablet

Freelex Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to use Unilax 5mg Tablet?

Is Unilax 5mg Tablet a stimulant laxative?

Is Unilax 5mg Tablet habit forming?

Is Unilax 5mg Tablet effective?

Can I take Unilax 5mg Tablet for constipation?

Can I take Unilax 5mg Tablet with senna?

Can the use of Unilax 5mg Tablet help lose weight?

Does Unilax 5mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Does Unilax 5mg Tablet cause cramping?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

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Patient concerns

My maximum result was in my constipation condition.in that case, when i pressurise for bowel excreate then automatically a drop of white discharge come out through penis

Dear sir mouth alser how to avoid place tell me sr

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