Tab. Laxit-5mg

The active ingredient of Laxit is Bisacodyl which belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives. Stimulant laxatives increase bowel movements. Laxit directly increases the motility of the intestine, thereby making the stool soft and easier to pass.

INGREDIENTS:

Bisacodyl

Benifits:

Laxit is used in the treatment of chronic or recent constipation.

It is also used to evacuate the bowels before surgery, labour or X-rays.

Direction to Use

• Tablets should be taken with water and should be swallowed whole not chewed or crushed.
• Do not take antacids within one hour of taking Bisacodyl.
• These tablets should not be used every day for long periods. If laxatives are needed every day, then you should go and see your doctor.

Side Effects

• Dehydration.
• Prolonged use can lead to ‘lazy bowels’ (atonic non-functioning colon) and further cases of severe constipation.
• It can also cause hypokalaemia (low blood potassium), gripping pains and abdominal cramps