Ispergul 100mg (Dry Powder)
Manufactured by: Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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Ispergul is indicated for
- Constipation
Precautions and warnings
Monitor electrolyte imbalance. Lactose intolerance; diabetics.
Side-effects
- Diarrhoea (dose-related)
- nausea
- vomiting
- hypokalaemia
- bloating
- abdominal cramps. Potentially Fatal: Dehydration
- hypernatraemia on aggressive treatment.
Contraindications
People with galactosaemia or an intestinal blockage need to follow a diet that is low in galactose.
Mode of actions
It soaks up water in the digestive tract, forming a gel-like mass that adds bulk to the stool and helps stimulate bowel movements.
Dosage & Administration
Adult: PO Constipation Initial: 10-20 g (15-30 mL)/day. Max: 45 mL (or 40 g of the reconstituted oral formulation)/day. Hepatic encephalopathy 60-100 g (90-150 mL)/day in 3 divided doses; adjust accordingly. Rectal Hepatic encephalopathy Mix 200 g (300 mL w/ 700 mL water or 0.9% NaCl as a retention enema. Retain enema for 30-60 mins; repeat 4-6 hrly until oral medication can be administered.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect even sometimes unable to demonstrate the risk on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required.
Discuss with your doctors and tell them feedback about this medicine.
There is no specific information about whether this medicine is passed on to the baby through breast milk. Discuss with your doctor before breastfeeding.
Pack Size & Price
1's pack Price : ৳185
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