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Laxit Syrup is a laxative used to treat constipation. It softens the stools and makes them easier to pass. It is also used to provide relief from heartburn, indigestion, gastritis, acidity, and stomach upset. It contains liquid paraffin, magnesium hydroxide, simethicone, and sodium carboxymethylcellulose. It works by absorbing water into the bowel and making it easy to pass stools. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as loss of appetite, weakness, stomach upset, abdominal discomfort and diarrhoea.

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About Laxit Syrup

Laxit Syrup is a laxative used to treat constipation. It softens the stools and makes them easier to pass. It is also used to provide relief from heartburn, indigestion, gastritis, acidity, and stomach upset.

Laxit Syrup contains liquid paraffin, magnesium hydroxide, simethicone, and sodium carboxymethylcellulose. It works by absorbing water into the bowel and making it easy to pass stools.

Laxit Syrup may cause certain side effects like loss of appetite, weakness, stomach upset, abdominal discomfort and diarrhoea. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in it. Let your doctor know if you have any history of low phosphate levels, high magnesium levels, or kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Laxit Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Laxit Syrup

Treatment of Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Laxit Syrup is used in treating constipation. It contains liquid paraffin, simethicone, magnesium hydroxide and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose as key ingredients. It works by absorbing water into the bowel and making it easy to pass stools. It also increases intestinal movements. It relieves abdominal pain and discomfort. Please consult your doctor if you feel any persistent discomfort while using this medicine.

Directions for Use

Syrup/Oral suspension: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the required quantity of Laxit Syrup using the measuring cup provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Laxit Syrup

  • Loss of appetite
  • Weakness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal discomfort

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in it. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Laxit Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Laxit Syrup as it could lead to increased acidity.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Laxit Syrup may interact with pain killers (aspirin), antibiotics (doxycycline, oxytetracycline), anti-asthma (albuterol, ipratropium), etc.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • ALBUTEROL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Try to fill half your food plate with fruits and veggies. Bananas and yoghurt taken with Laxit Syrup may help protect your gut lining.
  • Prefer more whole foods and grains instead of processed ones. Limiting starch may also help decrease inflammation.
  • Avoid intake of processed foods, foods high in sugar and fat, as these may cause inflammation.
  • Try to avoid alcohol as it can affect your stomach and intestine and limit the absorption of the important nutrients required by your body.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Constipation: It is characterized by difficult or unpleasant bowel motions, or by fewer than three bowel movements per week. Bloating, pain when passing faeces, trouble passing stools, and a feeling of a plugged rectum are possible symptoms.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while using Laxit Syrup . Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Laxit Syrup if you are pregnant. Your doctor will suggest only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Laxit Syrup . Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

It is not known if Laxit Syrup affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before using Laxit Syrup if you have a liver disease or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Consult your doctor before using Laxit Syrup if you have a kidney disease or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor about using Laxit Syrup in children.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

162/B/240, Prince Anwar Shah Road, Lake Gardens, Kolkata - 700045
Other Info - LAX0021

FAQs

Laxit Syrup is used to treat Constipation.
Laxit Syrup works by boosting the amount of water the stool absorbs in the gut, making the stool softer and easier to pass.
Laxit Syrup should not be used for longer unless recommended by a doctor. Speak with your doctor if you do not feel better upon 1-2 weeks of using Laxit Syrup .
Laxit Syrup may sometimes cause diarrhoea. Use this medicine as directed by your doctor to avoid side effects.

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