Pursennid Ex-Lax
Pursennid Ex-Lax is a laxative used for short-term treatment of constipation in adults and children aged 12 and over.
Form
tabletti, päällystetty
Strength
12 mg
Active Ingredient
Senna pods, Alexandrian or Tinnevelly, and leaf dry extract
Manufacturer
Haleon Denmark ApS
How to Use
Dosage
For adults and children 12 years and older, the recommended dose is 1 to 2 tablets. Always use the lowest dose that helps with your constipation.
Method
Take the tablets once a day with a glass of water in the evening before going to bed. The effect usually starts in 6-12 hours.
Important
Do not take more than 2 tablets in one day. Do not use for more than one week without talking to your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Stomach cramps or pain
- •Irritation of the stomach or bowels, or changes in the color of the intestinal lining (which usually goes away after stopping the medicine)
- •Itching, hives, or skin rash
- •Your urine may change color, but this is harmless
- •Nausea or diarrhea, especially if you take too much
RARE
- •Severe allergic reactions, including difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, or a severe itchy, red rash. Stop using the medicine and seek immediate medical help.
- •Severe dehydration, low blood pressure, feeling very tired, muscle cramps or weakness, or problems with calcium, magnesium, or potassium levels in your body due to long-term or excessive use.
- •Kidney problems or increased activity of the adrenal glands, especially with long-term or excessive use.
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to senna glycosides or any other ingredient in the tablets.
- Do not use if you have an inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis), have severe dehydration, or problems with your body's salt balance (e.g., low potassium).
- Do not use if you have sudden, sharp, or ongoing stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. These could be signs of a serious bowel problem.
- Talk to your doctor if your constipation does not improve, if your symptoms get worse, or if you need to use the medicine for more than a week, as long-term use can make your bowel lazy.
- Do not use if you have recently had abdominal surgery, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are giving it to a child under 12 years old (unless a doctor says so).
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- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all other medicines you are taking, especially water pills (diuretics) or steroids, as this medicine can affect how they work or your salt balance.