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Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is used to treat constipation. It lubricates and softens the stools by drawing water into the intestine, thereby helping in bowel evacuation. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, pain, or cramps. Let the doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Medley Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is a liquid medicine primarily used to treat temporary constipation and hard stools. It acts as a reliable laxative that helps clear the bowels and relieve the physical discomfort associated with irregular bowel movements. This medication is typically prescribed for short-term relief to help restore your body's natural digestive rhythm.

You should take this medicine exactly as directed, typically once daily at bedtime, and it can be taken with or without food. It is designed for short-term use and should not be taken consistently for long periods without medical advice. To achieve the best results, you should also drink plenty of water and eat fiber-rich foods during your treatment.

Most people tolerate this medicine well, though some may experience mild side effects like light stomach cramping, bloating, or mild diarrhea. If you experience severe side effects, such as intense abdominal pain or persistent diarrhea that leads to dizziness, you should stop taking the medicine and consult your doctor immediately.

Do not take this if you have sudden, severe stomach pain, an undiagnosed bowel blockage, or severe dehydration. It is important to talk to your doctor before starting this medicine if you have underlying kidney issues, inflammatory bowel diseases, or if you are on a sodium-restricted diet.

This medicine may prevent your body from properly absorbing other oral drugs if taken at the same time, so it is best to space them out. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for an elderly patient, consult your healthcare provider before use to ensure it is safe for your specific situation.

Uses of Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is a combination laxative used to relieve constipation by softening stools, drawing water into the intestines, and stimulating natural bowel movements for easier and more comfortable passage of stool.

  • Short-term Constipation: Helps relieve occasional difficulty in passing stools by softening the stool and promoting gentle bowel movements.
  • Painful Bowel Conditions: Reduces the need to strain during bowel movements, which provides relief for patients suffering from painful hemorrhoids (piles) or anal fissures.
  • Bowel Cleansing: Helps empty the digestive tract to prepare the intestines before certain medical examinations or surgical procedures.

Key Benefits

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml combines three complementary laxatives that work together to soften stools, stimulate bowel movements, and provide effective relief from constipation.

  • Relieves constipation effectively: The combination softens stools and stimulates bowel movements, helping relieve occasional or chronic constipation.
  • Makes stools easier to pass: Liquid paraffin lubricates the stool and intestinal lining, reducing friction and making bowel movements more comfortable.
  • Promotes natural bowel movement: Sodium picosulfate stimulates the muscles of the colon, encouraging regular and complete bowel evacuation.
  • Softens hard, dry stools: Milk of magnesia draws water into the intestines, increasing stool moisture and making stools softer and easier to pass.
  • Reduces straining during bowel movements: By softening stools and promoting smooth passage, this combination helps minimize straining and discomfort, particularly in conditions such as hemorrhoids or after certain surgical procedures.

Directions for Use

  • Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml can be taken one hour before a meal or as advised by the doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Check the label for directions before use. Take the prescribed dose/quantity of Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml by mouth using the measuring cup.
  • Shake well before use.

How Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml Works

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml contains liquid paraffin, milk of magnesia, and sodium picosulfate, which work together through complementary mechanisms to relieve constipation by softening stools, stimulating bowel movements, and promoting comfortable stool passage. Milk of Magnesia (Magnesium Hydroxide) is an osmotic laxative that draws water into the intestines through osmotic action. The increased water content softens hard stools, increases stool volume, and stimulates the natural movement of the bowel (peristalsis), making bowel movements easier. Liquid Paraffin is a lubricant laxative that coats the surface of the stool and the lining of the intestines with a thin layer of oil. This reduces water loss from the stool, keeps it soft, decreases friction during passage, and helps the stool move more comfortably through the bowel with less straining. Sodium Picosulfate is a stimulant laxative that is converted by bacteria in the colon into its active form. It stimulates the nerve endings in the colonic wall, increasing peristaltic contractions and promoting the movement of stool through the large intestine, resulting in effective bowel evacuation. Together, these three ingredients provide comprehensive relief from constipation by increasing stool water content, lubricating the bowel, and stimulating natural bowel movements, resulting in softer stools and easier, more complete bowel evacuation.
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Alcohol

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It is not known if alcohol interacts with Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

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Please consult your doctor before taking Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe you Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

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Consult your doctor before taking Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml has negligible influence in your ability to drive.

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Liver

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Please consult your doctor before taking Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before taking Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Heart

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of heart problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml should be given with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. Please consult your doctor before using Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml

If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an overdose may include severe stomach pain, persistent watery diarrhoea, and severe dehydration.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Increase Dietary Fiber: Gradually increase your intake of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes to support healthy digestion and regular bowel movements.
  • Stay Well Hydrated: Drink at least 8–10 glasses of water daily, as adequate hydration helps fiber and laxatives work more effectively.
  • Exercise Regularly: Engage in moderate physical activity, such as a 30-minute walk each day, to stimulate normal bowel function.
  • Maintain a Regular Toilet Routine: Try to use the bathroom at the same time each day, and do not ignore or delay the urge to have a bowel movement, as this can worsen constipation.
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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml to start to work: Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml ideally shows its action within 6 to 12 hours after administration.
  • The time for which the effects of Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml last: The duration of action for Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

•Store Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml at room temperature, ideally below 30°C (86°F), in a cool, dry place. •Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use to protect the medicine from air and moisture.

Drug Warnings

  • Use Only as Directed: Do not use this medicine for more than one week continuously unless specifically instructed by your healthcare provider.
  • Separate from Other Medications: Avoid taking other oral medicines within 2 hours of taking Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml, as it may reduce their absorption.
  • Inspect Before Use: Check the liquid before each dose. Do not use it if you notice unusual color changes, clumping, or foreign particles.
  • Watch for Signs of Electrolyte Loss: Stop taking this medicine and seek medical advice if you develop watery diarrhea, severe muscle weakness, or extreme dizziness, as these may indicate electrolyte imbalance.
  • Do Not Share Your Medication: Never share this medicine with others, even if they have similar symptoms, as the underlying cause of constipation and appropriate treatment may differ.

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Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, as they may interact.

  • Antibiotics (like tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones): This medicine may reduce the absorption and effectiveness of these antibiotics if taken too close together.
  • Heart medicines (like digoxin): Extended use of laxatives can lower potassium levels, which increases the risk of side effects from heart medications.
  • Diuretics (water pills) or steroids: Combining these with laxatives may further increase the risk of losing too much potassium and experiencing muscle weakness.

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml when used as directed.

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No

Therapeutic Class

[LAXATIVES]

FAQs

Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is used to treat constipation associated with piles, anal fissures, hernia, cardiovascular disorders, endoscopy, bowel clearance before radioscopy, pre/post-operative conditions, elderly and bed-ridden patients.
Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is a combination of three drugs: Sodium picosulfate (stimulant laxative), Milk of magnesia (osmotic laxative), and liquid paraffin (lubricant). Sodium picosulfate works by preventing water absorption in the colonic lumen and stimulating the colon's propulsive activity, thereby promoting water accumulation. Milk of magnesia works by increasing the osmotic gradient in the gut by drawing the water into the intestine, thereby helps in bowel evacuation. Liquid paraffin works by lubricating the bowels and softens the stools. Together, Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml helps in providing relief from constipation.
Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml does not help with weight loss. It does not reduce the absorption of calories or nutrients. Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml may cause dehydration which feels like weight loss. Drink enough liquids to prevent dehydration.
Consult your doctor before taking Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml with other medicines as Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml may increase the rate of gastrointestinal transit, and this may affect the absorption of other orally administered medicines given simultaneously.
Overuse or prolonged use of Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml may cause dehydration. Severe dehydration may cause weakness, tremors, fainting, and blurry vision. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms. Drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration.
Diarrhea might occur if Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fiber if you experience diarrhea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience excess diarrhea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
No, Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml is intended for therapeutic purposes. Therefore, a prescription is required to get the Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml.
Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml should be taken at bedtime or as advised by the doctor. Take it at a fixed time for best results and avoid taking more than the prescribed dose.
Take Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml for duration prescribed by the doctor. If it is taken daily or for a prolonged time, it may cause harm to the intestine functioning.
If constipation does not improve even after using Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml for the entire prescribed duration, contact your doctor immediately so that some other alternative may be advised.
Store Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml at room temperature in a cool place. Keep out of reach of children.
Yes, the use of Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml can cause diarrhea. If you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. If the condition persists or if you notice any signs of dehydration, such as decreased urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine, contact your doctor. Do not take any other medicine without doctor’s advice.
Laxatives should ideally be used only occasionally and for short duration. Avoid making it a habit to take laxatives every day to maintain the bowels regular and to ease your constipation. It may be harmful.
No, some laxatives may not be safe for Crohn’s disease. Therefore, if you have certain conditions like Crohn's disease and Ulcerative disease, please consult your doctor before taking any laxatives.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking other laxatives with Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml to prevent excessive bowel stimulation and dehydration.
The common side effects of Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml include stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and tiredness. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
You are recommended to consult a doctor before taking Cremazen Plus Syrup 170 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
No, you should not use this medicine daily on a long-term basis. Frequent or prolonged use can cause your bowels to rely on laxatives to function normally. Talk to your doctor if your constipation persists.
It is best to avoid alcohol while treating constipation. Alcohol can cause dehydration, which may worsen your constipation and counteract the effects of this medicine. Talk to your doctor for personalized advice.
You should not give this medicine to children unless it has been specifically prescribed by a pediatrician. Children require carefully calculated treatments for bowel issues. Talk to your doctor before giving any laxative to a child.
If you develop severe or watery diarrhea, stop taking the medicine immediately and drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. If the diarrhea persists for more than 24 hours or is accompanied by dizziness, contact your healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor.
You can take this medicine either with or without food. However, taking it at bedtime with a full glass of water is generally recommended to ensure comfortable overnight relief. Talk to your doctor for specific instructions.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lane No. 3, Phase - 1, Sidco Industrial Complex, Barl-Brahmana, Jammu - 181133, India.
Other Info - CRE0345
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