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Gum Karaya + Senna Pharmacology
Gum Karaya + Senna
About Gum Karaya + SennaN/AMechanism of Action of Gum Karaya + SennaN/APharmacokinets of Gum Karaya + SennaN/AOnset of Action for Gum Karaya + SennaN/ADuration of Action for Gum Karaya + SennaN/AHalf Life of Gum Karaya + SennaN/ASide Effects of Gum Karaya + SennaN/AContra-indications of Gum Karaya + SennaN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Gum Karaya + SennaN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Gum Karaya + SennaN/AInteractions for Gum Karaya + SennaN/ATypical Dosage for Gum Karaya + SennaN/ASchedule of Gum Karaya + SennaN/AStorage Requirements for Gum Karaya + SennaN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Gum Karaya + SennaN/AEffects of Overdose of Gum Karaya + SennaN/AGum Karaya
About Gum KarayaN/AMechanism of Action of Gum KarayaGum karaya is a bulk-forming laxative. It is used to treat constipation. It increases the volume of stool by absorbing water and as a result softening of faeces occurs. Gum karaya swells when in contact with fluid and increase the volume of the gut contents. This causes the muscle in the gut to push the contents of the gut along more quickly.Gum karaya should be taken with plenty of fluid. It is also useful for patients with colostomy, ileostomy, haemorrhoids, anal fissure chronic diarrhoea associated diverticular disease, irritable bowel disease and as an adjunct in ulcerative colitis.Pharmacokinets of Gum KarayaN/AOnset of Action for Gum KarayaN/ADuration of Action for Gum KarayaN/AHalf Life of Gum KarayaN/ASide Effects of Gum Karaya1.Flatulence
2.Abdominal distension
3.Bloating
4.Bowel obstruction
Contra-indications of Gum Karaya1. Hypersensitivity to Gum karaya
2. Difficulty in swallowing
3. Phenylketonuria
4. Intestinal obstruction
5. Faecal impaction
Special Precautions while taking Gum Karaya1. Maintain an adequate fluid intake
2.This medicine should not be taken shortly before going to bed
3.Preparations that swell in contact with liquid should always be carefully swallowed with water
Pregnancy Related InformationMay be usedOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationMay be usedChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Gum Karaya1.Laxative
2.Diarrhoea
Interactions for Gum KarayaN/ATypical Dosage for Gum KarayaAs directed by the physician Schedule of Gum KarayaN/AStorage Requirements for Gum KarayaStore in a cool, dry place. Protect away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.Effects of Missed Dosage of Gum KarayaTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of Gum KarayaGive supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.Senna
About SennaAnthraquinone derivative, Stimulant Laxative.Mechanism of Action of SennaSenna is a stimulant laxative. It mainly contains chemicals anthraquinones glycosides called sennoside A and sennoside B which has purgative property. After oral administration the anthraquinones glycosides are absorbed in intestinal tract after this the aglycone part is separated and excreted in the colon. These excreted anthraquinones irritates and stimulates the colon thereby movements are increased due to local action. The increase in peristalsis also inhibits sodium chloride and water absorption in the colon and produces a softer stool that is usually easier to pass.Pharmacokinets of SennaAbsorption: It is partly absorbed after oral administration. Metabolism: Anthraquinones undergoes metabolism in the GIT and form glycone and aglycone. Excretion: It is mainly excreted in the faeces. Some amount is excreted through urine and breast milk.Onset of Action for Senna6-8hoursDuration of Action for SennaN/AHalf Life of SennaN/ASide Effects of SennaTaking Senna for longer than a week or two may result in
1.Low potassium levels
2.Laxative dependence
3.Clubbed fingers
4.Joint pain
5.Loss of weight due to decreased appetite
6.Weakened bones or muscles
Occasional use of Senna may result in cramps, diarrhea, or discolored urine.
Contra-indications of Senna1.Gastrointestinal tract obstruction
2.Hemorrhoids
3.Stomach ulcers
4.Inflammatory bowel disease
Special Precautions while taking SennaProlonged usePregnancy Related InformationMay be usedOld Age Related InformationMay be usedBreast Feeding Related InformationMay be usedChildren Related InformationMay be used
CHILDREN< 5: contraindicatedIndications for SennaPurgative in habitual constipationInteractions for SennaN/ATypical Dosage for Senna0.6 - 2 g at bed timeSchedule of SennaN/AStorage Requirements for SennaStore in a cool dry place. Protect from heat and light.Effects of Missed Dosage of SennaTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of SennaGive supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.Home Delivery for Gum Karaya + Senna in Your City
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