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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:36 PM IST
Laxopeg Sachet is used to treat constipation. It contains Polyethylene glycol, which causes the water to retain in the stools, thereby softening the stools and making it easier to pass. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as bloating, gas, nausea, and abdominal pain/cramps. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions. Do not take it for more than the suggested duration as it might cause dependency for bowel movement.
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About Laxopeg Sachet

Laxopeg Sachet belongs to the group of medicines called osmotic laxatives used to treat occasional constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, hard and painful to pass. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of stools from the body.

Laxopeg Sachet contains ‘Polyethylene glycol’, which causes the water to retain in the stools, thereby stimulating bowel movement. It increases the number of bowel movements, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thereby, Laxopeg Sachet helps in providing relief from constipation. 

Take Laxopeg Sachet as advised. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as bloating, gas, nausea, and abdominal pain/cramps. 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.

Consult a doctor before giving Laxopeg Sachet to children. Do not take Laxopeg Sachet for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Laxopeg Sachet for a bowel movement. Talk to your doctor if you notice any sudden changes in bowel habits that persist for over two weeks. Consult your doctor before taking Laxopeg Sachet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Uses of Laxopeg Sachet

Treatment of Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Laxopeg Sachet belongs to the group of medicines called osmotic laxatives used to treat occasional constipation. Laxopeg Sachet causes the water to retain in the stools, thereby stimulates bowel movement. It increases the number of bowel movements, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thereby, Laxopeg Sachet helps in providing relief from constipation. 

Directions for Use

Liquid/syrup/solution: Check the label for directions. Take the recommended quantity with or without food as directed by the physician.Powder: Take the recommended quantity of the powder, mix it in water and drink.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Laxopeg Sachet

  • Abdominal pain/cramps
  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Do not take Laxopeg Sachet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have a bowel obstruction, irritable bowel syndrome, anorexia, or kidney disease. Consult a doctor before giving Laxopeg Sachet to children. Do not take Laxopeg Sachet for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Laxopeg Sachet for a bowel movement; talk to your doctor if constipation lasts for more than a week. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Stop using Laxopeg Sachet and consult a doctor if you have severe diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, bloody stools, or if the side effects (nausea, abdominal cramps, bloating) get worse, as those might be an indication of a serious condition. Talk to your doctor if you notice any sudden changes in bowel habits that persist for over two weeks.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Laxopeg Sachet may interact with diuretics (furosemide) and bronchodilator (albuterol).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a bowel obstruction, inflammatory bowel syndrome, intestinal obstruction disorder, GI obstruction/perforation, anorexia, or kidney disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • ALBUTEROL

Habit Forming

Yes

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 making time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.

  • Eat food rich in fibre, 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

  • Laxopeg Sachet might be habit-forming. Therefore, do not take larger doses or for a longer duration than recommended by the doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The stools are often dry, painful and hard to pass. Constipation is a condition in which the person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. 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 the incomplete elimination of stools from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, lack of exercise, loss of tone of the bowel muscles in older people, or having to stay in bed for a longer duration. 

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Laxopeg Sachet. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Laxopeg Sachet belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will recommend Laxopeg Sachet if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Laxopeg Sachet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Laxopeg Sachet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

Laxopeg Sachet should be given to children only if advised by the doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

#1, Fourrts Avenue, Annai Indira Nagar, Okkiyam Thoraipakkam, Chennai, India.
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FAQs

Laxopeg Sachet is used to treat constipation.
Laxopeg Sachet causes the water to retain in the stools, thereby stimulates bowel movement. It increases the number of bowel movements, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thereby, Laxopeg Sachet helps in providing relief from constipation.
Laxopeg Sachet usually produces a bowel movement in 1-3days. Laxopeg Sachet might cause loose, watery and more frequent stools.
Diarrhoea might occur if Laxopeg Sachet is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. Stop using Laxopeg Sachet and consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea or if you find blood in stools.
Do not take Laxopeg Sachet for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Laxopeg Sachet for a bowel movement. Consult your doctor if your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Laxopeg Sachet for a week or if you notice a change in bowel habits that last for more than 2 weeks.
Drink plenty of fluids and consume fibre-rich food, whole-grain bread, unprocessed bran, fruits and vegetables. Try to exercise regularly.
Laxopeg Sachet should be given to children only if advised by the doctor.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before using Laxopeg Sachet.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking Laxopeg Sachet with other medications to avoid drug interactions.
Laxopeg Sachet may cause side effects such as bloating, nausea, gas and stomach cramps/pain. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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