* This medication is used to treat swelling and inflammation of the colon. * It is also usually used to treat ulcerative colitis.
Side Effects of Colazal
Side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.
More Common:-
*Diarrhea
*Stomach pain.
Less common:-
*Blood in urine *Constipation *Coughing *Cramps *Dry mouth *Fever *Flu-like symptoms *Passing of gas *Heart burn or upset stomach *Joint pain *Loss of appetite *Lower back pain *Muscle pain *Pain or burning while urinating *Stuffy nose *Trouble sleeping or getting to sleep *Unusual tiredness or weakness *Yellowish skin.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor. Warnings and precautions before taking Colazal:
*If you have a liver problem, make sure your doctor is aware of it before you start treatment.
*If you have pyloric stenosis (narrowing of the stomach outlet), Colazal capsules may be slow to pass through the digestive tract.
* You should tell your doctor your medical history especially if you have stomach problems, any allergies you may have. * You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. * After taken this medicine, then you may feel dizzy, or drowsiness. So you should not participate in any activities that require alertness such as driving and operate machinery.
Although many people get significant relief from Colazal, you should be aware that in rare cases it makes the symptoms worse.
This drug has not been tested in children.
Drug Interaction :-If you are taking Colazal with certain other drugs, then the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. So it is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Colazal with other drugs. While drug interactions with Colazal have not yet been studied, it is possible that oral antibiotics could interfere with the release of Colazal in the colon.
Overdose
Little is known about Colazal overdose. But after taken Colazal if you feel that overdose is suspected, then you should contact with your doctor immediately. Because it may lead to another serious effect.
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* It is used to treat constipation. * It may also be used to treats other medical conditions those are listed in this medication guide.
Side Effects of Colace
This medication may cause stomach ache, cramping or irritated throat (liquid and syrup forms). If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: skin rash, rectal bleeding, lack of bowel movements. Frequent use of laxatives can cause dehydration and loss of essential nutrients. Symptoms include :
* Muscle cramps * Muscle weakness or dizziness
Maintain an adequate fluid intake while using this medication. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Warnings and precautions before taking Colace:
If you notice bleeding from the rectum or fail to have a bowel movement after using one of these products, stop taking it and check with your doctor. Do not use any of these products for more than 1 week unless your doctor approves.
Throat irritation and nausea are rare side effects, usually seen only with the liquid and syrup. Rash is also a remote possibility.
* Before taking docusate, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. * You should tell your doctor your medical history. * You should be used this medication only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Drug Interaction :- This drug is not recommended for use with mineral oil. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: aspirin.
If you are taking Colace with certain other drugs, then the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. So it is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Colace with the following:
* Any prescription medicines * Aspirin or products that contain aspirin * Mineral oil
Overdose
After taken Colace if you feel that overdose is suspected, then you should contact with your doctor immediately. Because it may lead to another serious effect. Symptoms of a Colace overdose include