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About Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S is a natural medicine that contains 'Sennosides' (dried leaves of senna plant), also known as stimulant laxatives.

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S work by retaining the water inside the intestines, which causes easy movement of the intestine. It also irritates and stimulates the intestinal cells, and produces contractions in the intestines, which in turn causes an easy bowel movement.

Take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S with or without food. You are advised to take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for as long as your doctor has suggested it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as flatulence (wind), abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently. 

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for as long as your doctor has suggested. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for a bowel movement. Consult your doctor before taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S should not be given to children unless suggested by a child specialist. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you have galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder). Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or if you have to undergo a colonoscopy.

Uses of Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S

Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S work by retaining the water inside the intestines, which causes the intestine's easy movement. It also irritates and stimulates the intestinal cells, and produces contractions in the intestines, which in turn causes an easy bowel movement. It also acts by drawing water into the bowel and makes the stool softer and easier to pass, thereby provides relief from constipation. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S helps in normalizing the bowel movements.
 

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the suggested dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S

  • Flatulence (gas)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are allergic to any of its contents. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S with antacid medicines. To avoid hindrance in the working of Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S, maintain a gap of one hour between Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S and antacid medicines. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S unless suggested by your doctor. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you have galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder). Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or if you have to undergo colonoscopy. Consult your doctor before taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe you Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S should not be given to children unless suggested by the doctor. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for a bowel movement.
 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S may have interaction with furosemide (used to treat oedema), docusate, and polyethylene glycol (used to treat constipation), ondansetron (used to prevent nausea and vomiting), water pills (diuretic drugs) and other laxative medicines. 

Drug-Food Interactions:  No interactions found. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S may have interactions with irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal obstruction disorder, diabetes, and galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder). 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL
  • ONDANSETRON
  • DOCUSATE
  • FUROSEMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get enough sleep.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Trying to make time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.
  • Eat food rich in fibre such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs), and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

Disease/Condition Glossary

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation is a medical condition in which the person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. However, bowel patterns may vary from person to person. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and lack of exercise. 

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About Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S is a natural medicine that contains 'Sennosides' (dried leaves of senna plant), also known as stimulant laxatives.

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S work by retaining the water inside the intestines, which causes easy movement of the intestine. It also irritates and stimulates the intestinal cells, and produces contractions in the intestines, which in turn causes an easy bowel movement.

Take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S with or without food. You are advised to take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for as long as your doctor has suggested it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as flatulence (wind), abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently. 

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for as long as your doctor has suggested. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for a bowel movement. Consult your doctor before taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S should not be given to children unless suggested by a child specialist. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you have galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder). Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or if you have to undergo a colonoscopy.

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1102, Hallmark Business Plaza, 11th Floor, Gurunanak Hospital Road, Near Gurunanak Hospital, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051
Other Info - DUL0084

FAQs

Tell your doctor if you have a bowel disorder such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, heart disease; or stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting. Consult your doctor before taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S in these conditions.
Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S is usually advised to take before bed to cause a bowel movement 6-12 hours later when you wake up. However, it is better to ask a doctor to know the right time to take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S.
Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S works by drawing water into the bowel and makes the stool softer and easier to pass, thereby provides relief from constipation.
It might take 6-8 hours for Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S to show the effect of Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S.
Diarrhoea might occur if Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for a bowel movement. Taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S 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 Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for five days, consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Safe if suggested

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S does not interact with alcohol. However, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe you Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S passes into the mother’s milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if suggested

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S has negligible influence on your ability to drive.

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Liver

Safe if suggested

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S is safe to use if suggested by the doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Safe if suggested

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S is safe to use if suggested by the doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if suggested

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S can be taken by children if suggested by a doctor

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Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:52 PM IST

Uses of Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S

Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S work by retaining the water inside the intestines, which causes the intestine's easy movement. It also irritates and stimulates the intestinal cells, and produces contractions in the intestines, which in turn causes an easy bowel movement. It also acts by drawing water into the bowel and makes the stool softer and easier to pass, thereby provides relief from constipation. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S helps in normalizing the bowel movements.
 

Side Effects of Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S

  • Flatulence (gas)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or crush the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the suggested dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack; shake the pack well before each use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are allergic to any of its contents. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S with antacid medicines. To avoid hindrance in the working of Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S, maintain a gap of one hour between Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S and antacid medicines. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S unless suggested by your doctor. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you have galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder). Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or if you have to undergo colonoscopy. Consult your doctor before taking Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe you Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S should not be given to children unless suggested by the doctor. Do not take Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Dulcoflex Natural Tablet 10'S for a bowel movement.
 

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS GASTROINTESTINAL PRODUCTS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL
  • ONDANSETRON
  • DOCUSATE
  • FUROSEMIDE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get enough sleep.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Trying to make time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.
  • Eat food rich in fibre such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs), and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation is a medical condition in which the person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. However, bowel patterns may vary from person to person. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and lack of exercise.