Picorion
Picorion tablets contain sodium picosulfate, which helps to soften stool and stimulate bowel movements to relieve short-term constipation.
Form
tabletti
Strength
5 mg
Active Ingredient
Sodium picosulfate monohydrate
Manufacturer
Orion Corporation
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose for adults and children over 12 is 1 tablet in the evening. For children aged 6-12, the dose is 1 tablet daily.
Method
Swallow the tablet with enough liquid before bedtime. Drink plenty of fluids during treatment.
Important
Do not take more than 2 tablets in a 24-hour period.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Diarrhea
- •Headache
- •Stomach discomfort
- •Stomach pain
- •Stomach cramps
- •Gas (flatulence)
RARE
- •Nausea
- •Vomiting
- •Skin rash
- •Allergic reaction
- •Swelling of the tongue, lips, or face
- •Dizziness
- •Fainting
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to this medicine or its ingredients.
- Do not use if you have a blocked bowel.
- Do not use if you have severe stomach pain, fever, nausea, or vomiting.
- Do not use if you have an inflammatory bowel disease.
- Do not use if you have a severe fluid imbalance (dehydration).
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- Do not use daily or for a long time without talking to your doctor, as it can cause dehydration or low potassium.
- Talk to your doctor if you have used this medicine for over a week, or if you have kidney problems, heart problems, or have had stomach surgery.
- Do not give to children under 12 years old unless a doctor tells you to.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
- If you feel dizzy or faint, do not drive or use machines until you feel better.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. A stimulant laxative. For short-term use only. (updated 20.5.2024)