Download Granules Substitute

Download Granules belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation.

Download Granules contains Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula works by absorbing water and makes the stool soft and bulky and easier to pass. Lactitol works by breaking down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, which increases the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools, and stool volume, thereby makes the stool softer and easier to pass and provides relief from constipation.

Diarrhoea might occur if Download Granules is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in your stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Do not take Download Granules for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Download Granules for a bowel movement. Taking Download Granules for longer durations might also cause dehydration imbalance of fluids and salts in the body which can affect the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Download Granules for a week, consult your doctor.

Take Download Granules as advised by your doctor. Add 3 dry teaspoonful of granules to a glass of water. Stir briskly and consume immediately. Follow it up with a glass of water.