Sofolyte Granules belongs to the class 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. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete.

Sofolyte Granules contains Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that works by increasing the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar. It works by breaking down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, which increases the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools and stool volume, thereby making the stool softer and easier to pass. Thus, Sofolyte Granules provides relief from constipation.

Take Sofolyte Granules as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Sofolyte Granules for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects in some cases, such as abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence (gas). 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.

Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Sofolyte Granules. Consult your doctor before taking Sofolyte Granules if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Sofolyte Granules only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Sofolyte Granules. Do not take Sofolyte Granules for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Sofolyte Granules for a bowel movement.

Sofolyte Granules belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Sofolyte Granules is a combination of two drugs: Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. On the other hand, Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar. It breaks down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, increasing the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools, and stool volume, thereby making the stool softer and easier to pass. Thus, Sofolyte Granules helps provide relief from constipation.

• Bloating
• Stomach cramps
• Flatulence (gas)

Do not take Sofolyte Granules if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Sofolyte Granules if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Sofolyte Granules only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking Sofolyte Granules. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Sofolyte Granules. Do not take Sofolyte Granules if you have an ileostomy, colostomy, galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder), intestinal obstruction, unexplained abdominal pain, or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes or if you have to undergo a colonoscopy. Do not take Sofolyte Granules for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Sofolyte Granules for a bowel movement.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Sofolyte Granules may have Interaction with antibiotic medicines (e.g. neomycin, tetracycline), cardiac glycoside medicines (e.g. digitalis), anti-fungal medicines (e.g. amphotericin B), corticosteroid medicines (e.g. hydrocortisone), and thiazide diuretic medicines (e.g. chlorothiazide, indapamide), and medicines used to treat ulcers (e.g. carbenoxolone),

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Sofolyte Granules may have interactions with intestinal obstruction disorder, ileostomy, colostomy, and galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder).

• NEOMYCIN
• TETRACYCLINE
• DIGITALIS
• AMPHOTERICIN B
• HYDROCORTISONE
• CHLOROTHIAZIDE
• INDAPAMIDE
• CARBENOXOLONE

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

• Maintain adequate fluid intake while taking Sofolyte Granules.

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The 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 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.