Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension Substitute

Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension consists of Sodium picosulphate that is a stimulant laxative, prevents the absorption of water in the colonic lumen and stimulates the colon's propulsive activity, thereby promoting water accumulation

Do not take Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension for a bowel movement. Taking Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension for longer durations might also cause dehydration, imbalance of fluids and salts in the body, affecting the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension for a week, consult your doctor.

Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension does not help with weight loss. It does not reduce the absorption of calories or nutrients. Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension may cause dehydration which feels like weight loss. Drink enough liquids to prevent dehydration.

Consult your doctor before taking Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension with other medicines as Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension may increase the rate of gastrointestinal transit, and this may affect the absorption of other orally administered medicines given simultaneously.

Overuse or prolonged use of Plefate 5mg Oral Suspension may cause dehydration. Severe dehydration may cause weakness, tremors, fainting, and blurry vision. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms. Drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration.