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Sodium Picosulfate

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 08 Nov 2024 | 05:31 AM (UTC)

Sodium Picosulfate Uses

Sodium Picosulfate is used in the treatment of constipation.

How Sodium Picosulfate works

Sodium Picosulfate is a laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, thereby facilitating the passage of stool.

Common side effects of Sodium Picosulfate

Abdominal pain, Abdominal cramp, Abdominal discomfort, Diarrhea

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Medicine brands for Sodium Picosulfate

Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd

₹110 to ₹157

₹81 to ₹243

Obsurge Biotech Ltd

₹69 to ₹123

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

A. Menarini India Pvt Ltd

₹51 to ₹217

Mission Research Laboratories Pvt Ltd

BestoChem Formulations India Ltd

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Obsurge Biotech Ltd

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Expert advice for Sodium Picosulfate

Together with Sodium Picosulfate, 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 Sodium Picosulfate 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 Sodium Picosulfate after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Sodium Picosulfate should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
Together with Sodium Picosulfate, 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 Sodium Picosulfate 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 Sodium Picosulfate after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Sodium Picosulfate should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.