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About Sourse Granules 90 gm

Sourse Granules 90 gm 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.

Sourse Granules 90 gm is a combination of two drugs; Ispaghula husk and Lactitol. Ispaghula husk is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. It can absorb 14 times more water than its weight. Therefore, drink plenty of water while taking Ispaghula. 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 and relieving constipation.  

Take Sourse Granules 90 gm as prescribed by your doctor. Try to take the Sourse Granules 90 gm at a fixed time for the best results. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Sourse Granules 90 gm for as long as your doctor prescribes it. 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.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Sourse Granules 90 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Consult your doctor before taking Sourse Granules 90 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Sourse Granules 90 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Sourse Granules 90 gm for a bowel movement.

Uses of Sourse Granules 90 gm

Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Sourse Granules 90 gm belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Sourse Granules 90 gm is a combination of two drugs; Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in the stool and stool volume, making the stool softer and easier to pass. It can absorb 14 times more water than its weight. Therefore, drink plenty of water while taking Ispaghula husk. 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, making the stool softer and easier to pass and relieving constipation.

Directions for Use

Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Sourse Granules 90 gm

  • Bloating
  • Stomach cramp
  • Flatulence (gas)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Sourse Granules 90 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Sourse Granules 90 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm in case of ileostomy or colostomy. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm if you have 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 Sourse Granules 90 gm for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Sourse Granules 90 gm for a bowel movement.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Sourse Granules 90 gm may have interaction with an antibiotic (neomycin, tetracycline), cardiac glycoside (digitalis), a drug used to treat ulcers (carbenoxolone), anti-fungal (amphotericin B), corticosteroids, and thiazide diuretics.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Sourse Granules 90 gm may interact with intestinal obstruction disorder, ileostomy, colostomy, and galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NEOMYCIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • DIGITALIS
  • CARBENOXOLONE
  • AMPHOTERICIN B

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay hydrated, and drink enough water and fluids.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Try 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).

Special Advise

  • Maintain adequate fluid intake while taking Sourse Granules 90 gm.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation is when the person has fewer than three bowel movements weekly. 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 muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes incomplete bowel elimination from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and a lack of exercise.

Consult Doctor

About Sourse Granules 90 gm

Sourse Granules 90 gm 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.

Sourse Granules 90 gm is a combination of two drugs; Ispaghula husk and Lactitol. Ispaghula husk is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. It can absorb 14 times more water than its weight. Therefore, drink plenty of water while taking Ispaghula. 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 and relieving constipation.  

Take Sourse Granules 90 gm as prescribed by your doctor. Try to take the Sourse Granules 90 gm at a fixed time for the best results. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Sourse Granules 90 gm for as long as your doctor prescribes it. 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.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Sourse Granules 90 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Consult your doctor before taking Sourse Granules 90 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Sourse Granules 90 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Sourse Granules 90 gm for a bowel movement.

Country of origin

India
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Written By Sureshvarma D , MPharma
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:09 PM IST

Uses of Sourse Granules 90 gm

Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Sourse Granules 90 gm belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Sourse Granules 90 gm is a combination of two drugs; Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in the stool and stool volume, making the stool softer and easier to pass. It can absorb 14 times more water than its weight. Therefore, drink plenty of water while taking Ispaghula husk. 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, making the stool softer and easier to pass and relieving constipation.

Side Effects of Sourse Granules 90 gm

  • Bloating
  • Stomach cramp
  • Flatulence (gas)

Directions for Use

Powder/granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the powder/granules in water, mix well and drink immediately.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Sourse Granules 90 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Sourse Granules 90 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm in case of ileostomy or colostomy. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Sourse Granules 90 gm. Do not take Sourse Granules 90 gm if you have 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 Sourse Granules 90 gm for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Sourse Granules 90 gm for a bowel movement.

Therapeutic Class

LAXATIVES

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NEOMYCIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • DIGITALIS
  • CARBENOXOLONE
  • AMPHOTERICIN B

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay hydrated, and drink enough water and fluids.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Try 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).

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Maintain adequate fluid intake while taking Sourse Granules 90 gm.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation is when the person has fewer than three bowel movements weekly. 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 muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes incomplete bowel elimination from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and a lack of exercise.