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FREELEX 5MG TABLET

FREELEX 5MG TABLET

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Composition

BISACODYL-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Leeford Health Care

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About FREELEX 5MG TABLET

FREELEX 5MG TABLET belongs to the group of medications called 'stimulant laxatives' used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. A constipated person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. FREELEX 5MG TABLET may also be used to clean the intestines before a bowel surgery or examination.

FREELEX 5MG TABLET contains 'Bisacodyl' that works by increasing the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. It speeds up stool movements by stimulating bowel muscles, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thus, FREELEX 5MG TABLET helps treat constipation.

In some cases, FREELEX 5MG TABLET may cause certain common side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal pain. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, consult a doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not take FREELEX 5MG TABLET for more than five days as it might cause dependency on FREELEX 5MG TABLET for a bowel movement. Consult your doctor before taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. FREELEX 5MG TABLET may cause dizziness, so drive if you are alert. FREELEX 5MG TABLET should not be given to children unless prescribed by a child specialist. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of FREELEX 5MG TABLET

Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

FREELEX 5MG TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called 'stimulant laxatives' used to treat constipation. FREELEX 5MG TABLET increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. FREELEX 5MG TABLET helps in normalizing the bowel movement by increasing the intestinal movements. FREELEX 5MG TABLET is also used to clean the intestines before any examinations or medical procedures.

Directions for Use

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

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of FREELEX 5MG TABLET

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain

Drug Warnings

Do not take FREELEX 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET. Do not take FREELEX 5MG TABLET if you have severe dehydration, appendicitis, blockage in the intestine, blocked bowel, or inflammation of the bowel. Talk to your doctor before taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET if you have liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you FREELEX 5MG TABLET only if the benefits outweigh the risks. FREELEX 5MG TABLET causes drowsiness, so drive if you are alert. FREELEX 5MG TABLET should not be given to children below four years as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with FREELEX 5MG TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: FREELEX 5MG TABLET may have interaction with diuretics (furosemide), anti-emetic (ondansetron), and corticosteroids (prednisolone).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming dairy products and calcium with FREELEX 5MG TABLET.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal obstruction disorder, appendicitis, and rectal bleeding.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • ONDANSETRON

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

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

Special Advise

Avoid intake of milk, or any antacid medicines together with FREELEX 5MG TABLET. It is advisable to maintain a gap of one hour between FREELEX 5MG TABLET and antacid drugs, milk/dairy products, magnesium, and calcium to avoid any interactions.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements in which stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation is a 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 large intestine's normal muscle contractions 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.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Leeford Healthcare Limited , Leo House, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Dugri-Dhandra Road, Near Joseph School , Ludhiana-141116
Other Info - FRE0214

FAQs

FREELEX 5MG TABLET increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. FREELEX 5MG TABLET helps in normalizing the bowel movement by increasing the intestinal movements.
FREELEX 5MG TABLET causes dizziness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of FREELEX 5MG TABLET. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food 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 FREELEX 5MG TABLET for more than 5 days as it might lead to dependency on FREELEX 5MG TABLET for a bowel movement. Taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET 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 FREELEX 5MG TABLET for five days, consult your doctor.
FREELEX 5MG TABLET can be taken with antacids if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 1 hour between FREELEX 5MG TABLET and antacids (pantoprazole). 

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET. Alcohol intake, along FREELEX 5MG TABLET may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe you FREELEX 5MG TABLET if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether FREELEX 5MG TABLET passes into the mother’s milk. Please consult your doctor before taking FREELEX 5MG TABLET if you are breast-feeding, your doctor will prescribe you FREELEX 5MG TABLET if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

FREELEX 5MG TABLET may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

FREELEX 5MG TABLET should not be used by children below 4 years.

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