Laxidyl Tablet is used in the treatment of Constipation. The detailed uses of Laxidyl Tablet are as follows:<ul><li>Constipation Relief: Laxidyl Tablet is used to treat constipation by stimulating bowel muscles to induce bowel movements, providing fast relief from symptoms.</li><li>Bowel Preparation: Laxidyl Tablet helps to empty the bowels before medical procedures, such as colonoscopies, by stimulating bowel movements, ensuring clear visibility and accurate results during diagnostic tests.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Laxidyl Tablet is a stimulant laxative used to treat constipation and promote regular bowel movements.
It works by increasing intestinal movements, which helps in the easier passage of stool.
Laxidyl Tablet helps normalise bowel habits and relieve discomfort caused by irregular or difficult bowel movements.
It is also used to clean the intestines before medical procedures or examinations for better diagnostic accuracy.

FAQs

What is the use of Laxidyl Tablet?

Laxidyl Tablet belongs to the group of medications called stimulant laxatives used to treat constipation.

How does Laxidyl Tablet work?

Laxidyl Tablet increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. Laxidyl Tablet helps in normalising the bowel movement by increasing the intestinal movements.

Does Laxidyl Tablet cause dizziness?

Laxidyl Tablet causes dizziness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

Does Laxidyl Tablet cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Laxidyl Tablet. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy 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.

Is it safe to take Laxidyl Tablet for longer durations?

Do not take Laxidyl Tablet for more than 5 days, as it might lead to dependency on Laxidyl Tablet for a bowel movement. Taking Laxidyl Tablet for longer durations might also cause dehydration, imbalance of fluids and salts in the body, affecting the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Laxidyl Tablet for five days, consult your doctor.

Can I take antacids (pantoprazole) with Laxidyl Tablet?

Laxidyl Tablet can be taken with antacids if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 1 hour between Laxidyl Tablet and antacids (pantoprazole).