{"id":21474,"date":"2022-05-24T12:47:01","date_gmt":"2022-05-24T12:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=21474"},"modified":"2022-05-24T14:31:55","modified_gmt":"2022-05-24T14:31:55","slug":"pursennid-ex-lax","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/pursennid-ex-lax\/","title":{"rendered":"Pursennid Ex-Lax &#8211; Senna glycosides uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>12 mg\u00a0coated\u00a0tablets<br>Senna glycosides<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Pursennid Ex-Lax is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennide Ex-Lax contains senna glycosides and belongs to a group of medicines that increase the movements of the colon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennid Ex-Lax tablets are used for short-term use in case of temporary constipation in children older than 12 years and adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of Pursennid Ex-Lax usually occurs 6-12 hours after taking the medicine and is therefore taken with advantage in the evening before bedtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Pursennid Ex-Lax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Pursennid Ex-Lax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Persistent constipation should first be treated by eating a high-fiber diet (such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains) with adequate fluid intake or physical activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to senna glycosides or any of the other ingredients of Pursennid Ex-Lax mentioned in section 6 and at the end of this section.<\/li><li>if you have\u00a0inflammatory\u00a0bowel disease (eg\u00a0Crohn&#8217;s disease\u00a0or\u00a0ulcerative colitis\u00a0)<\/li><li>if you already suffer from nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, or stomach cramps.<\/li><li>if you have\u00a0acute\u00a0or persistent abdominal pain or if your stomach hurts when touched or hurts when you move.\u00a0If you have these symptoms, consult your doctor as they may be a sign of undiagnosed bowel disease.<\/li><li>if you have dehydration with fluid and salt loss (eg potassium deficiency).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennid Ex-Lax should not be used by children under 12 years of age<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Pursennid Ex-Lax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult your doctor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you do not notice any positive effects of the treatment<\/li><li>if you want to use Pursennid Ex-Lax for more than a week<\/li><li>if the constipation symptoms persist or worsen when you use Pursennid Ex-Lax<\/li><li>if you suffer from an\u00a0inflammatory\u00a0bowel disease<\/li><li>if you get a rash, nausea, or vomiting<\/li><li>if you have recently undergone abdominal surgery<\/li><li>if you have any kidney disease<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennide Ex-salmon can cause disturbances in the fluid and electrolyte balance.\u00a0This can happen, for example, when Pursennid-Ex-Lax is used in combination with certain other medicines if the medicine is used for a long time, or if Pursennid-Ex-Lax is used in too high a\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prolonged use of this drug can lead to habituation and deterioration of bowel function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The indicated&nbsp;dose&nbsp;should not be exceeded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennid Ex-Lax should not be given to children under 12 years of age, except under medical supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Pursennid Ex-Lax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor if you are being treated with&nbsp;diuretics&nbsp;or&nbsp;corticosteroids&nbsp;as Pursennid Ex-Lax may upset the salt balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prolonged abuse of Pursennid Ex-Lax can lead to a decrease in&nbsp;potassium&nbsp;in the body (&nbsp;hypokalaemia&nbsp;).&nbsp;This may increase the effect of cardiac glycosides (&nbsp;digitalis&nbsp;) and&nbsp;interact&nbsp;with other medicines used to treat heart problems (antiarrhythmic medicines such as&nbsp;quinidine&nbsp;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pursennid Ex-Salmon with food, drink, and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Intake of licorice root when using Pursennid Ex-Lax can upset the salt balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not take Pursennid Ex-Lax without first consulting your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no or limited amount of data from the use of Pursennid Ex-Lax in pregnant women.\u00a0As a precautionary measure, the use of Pursennid Ex-Lax during pregnancy should be avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennid Ex-Lax passes into breast milk.\u00a0Use during breastfeeding is not recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennid Ex-Lax does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pursennide Ex-Lax contains glucose, lactose and sucrose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Pursennid Ex-Lax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take Pursennid Ex-Lax only if relief of constipation (restoration of normal bowel function) could not be obtained by changing the diet (high-fiber diet such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains) with adequate fluid intake and physical activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct\u00a0dose\u00a0of Pursennid Ex-Lax is the lowest number of tablets you need to relieve your constipation (restore normal bowel function).\u00a0Do not\u00a0increase dose\u00a0one if you have satisfactory bowel function.\u00a0Do not exceed the recommended\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the tablets once a day, with a glass of water, in the evening before bedtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0for adults over 18 years of age is 2-4 tablets before bedtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor may decide to increase the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maximum daily dose:<\/strong>&nbsp;6 tablets.&nbsp;Normally it is enough to take the preparation one to three times a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not use Pursennid Ex-Lax for more than a week.&nbsp;Consult your doctor for long-term use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use for children and adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;for children over 12 years of age is 1-2 tablets before bedtime, depending on age.&nbsp;Do not take more than 2 tablets a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For children under 12 years of age, consult your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Pursennid Ex-Lax than you should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Excessive intake of Pursennid Ex-Lax can cause cramping abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you accidentally take too many tablets and have diarrhea, drink large amounts of fluid, preferably fruit juice, and contact your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Pursennid Ex-Lax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the normally recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, Pursennid Ex-Lax can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hypersensitivity reactions&nbsp;may occur.&nbsp;Stop taking Pursennid Ex-Lax and seek medical help immediately if you or your child have any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>difficulty breathing or swallowing<\/li><li>swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat<\/li><li>severe\u00a0itching\u00a0of the skin, with red rash or\u00a0hives.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience persistent stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea with severe fluid loss, or if constipation persists or worsens when you take Pursennid Ex-Lax, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennid Ex-Lax can irritate the stomach or abdomen and cause cramps and abdominal pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discoloration of the intestinal mucosa may occur (pseudomelanosis coli).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other\u00a0side effects\u00a0such as excessive fluid loss (dehydration), low\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0(\u00a0hypotension\u00a0), fatigue, cramps and muscle weakness (\u00a0myopathy\u00a0), salt deficiency,\u00a0calcium\u00a0and magnesium deficiency, kidney disease, and increased activity in the adrenal glands (hyperaldosteronism) may also occur.\u00a0The presence of blood or albumin (hematuria, albuminuria) in the urine may also occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prolonged use or overuse can cause nausea and diarrhea with a loss of fluid and\u00a0potassium\u00a0(\u00a0hypokalaemia\u00a0).\u00a0Tarmatoni\u00a0(megacolon) and drug dependence may develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discoloration of the urine (chromaturia) may also occur but has no medical significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By reporting\u00a0side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Pursennid Ex-Lax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep out of sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pursennide Ex-Lax tablets contain 20 mg of calcium salts of pure senna extract, containing 12 mg of senna glycosides (genocide A and B).<\/li><li>The other ingredients are stearic acid, anhydrous\u00a0glucose, talc, maize starch,\u00a0lactose monohydrate, titanium dioxide (E171),\u00a0colloidal\u00a0anhydrous silica, acacia, sucrose, and cetyl palmitate.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursennid Ex-Lax is available as round, biconvex, white-coated\u00a0tablets, 6 mm in diameter, in PVC \/ PVDC \/ aluminum pressure packs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Printed packaging: 20, 40, and 100 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glass jar: 200 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PO Box 61<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2619 R\u00f8dovre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Delta Park 37<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2665 Vallensb\u00e6k Strand, Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Famar Italia SpA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Via Zambeletti 25<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>20021 Baranzate (MI)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Italy<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pursennide Ex-Lax contains senna glycosides and belongs to a group of medicines that increase the movements of the 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