Dokuzod Tablet
Product introduction
Dokuzod Tablet is used to treat constipation. It is known as a laxative and makes your stool easier to pass by drawing water into your bowel.
Dokuzod Tablet is taken with or without food preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Tablets should be swallowed whole, do not chew, break or crush them. It is recommended to start with the lowest dose and increase if you need to, but do not exceed the maximum daily dose. Once your bowel movements are regular, you can reduce the dose and usually stop taking it. You should not use this medicine for more than a few days unless your doctor tells you to. Some lifestyle changes can help with constipation, for example eating more fibre in foods such as fruit, vegetables and cereals, drinking plenty of fluids and taking regular exercise.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine is abdominal pain. This is usually mild and go away after a couple of days. If they persist, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Do not take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Dokuzod Tablet
Benefits of Dokuzod Tablet
In Constipation
Dokuzod Tablet is used to relieve constipation by softening hard stools, making them easier to pass. It helps reduce straining during bowel movements and promotes more regular and comfortable digestion.
Side effects of Dokuzod Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dokuzod
- Abdominal pain
How to use Dokuzod Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dokuzod Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Dokuzod Tablet works
Docusate is a laxative that works by increasing the amount of water the stool absorbs in the gut, making the stool softer and easier to pass.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dokuzod Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Dokuzod Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Dokuzod Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Dokuzod Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Dokuzod Tablet in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Dokuzod Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dokuzod Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Together with Dokuzod Tablet, fiber rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
- Avoid taking a Dokuzod Tablet for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
- Take Dokuzod Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- A Dokuzod Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
- Dokuzod Tablet may be taken with milk or fruit juice to improve the flavor.
- Together with Dokuzod Tablet, fiber rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
- Avoid taking a Dokuzod Tablet for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
- Take Dokuzod Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- A Dokuzod Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
- Dokuzod Tablet may be taken with milk or fruit juice to improve the flavor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Fatty acid esters
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Surfactant Laxatives / Stool Softeners
FAQs
What is Dokuzod Tablet used for?
Dokuzod Tablet is used in the treatment of constipation. This medicine absorbs water, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass. It also helps in the easy passage of gas.<br>
Can Dokuzod Tablet help with hemorrhoids?
Yes, Dokuzod Tablet helps reduce pain, swelling, and bleeding associated with hemorrhoids by improving blood circulation and softening stool.<br>
Who should avoid taking Dokuzod Tablet?
People should avoid taking Dokuzod Tablet if they are allergic to any ingredient of the medicine, or have intestinal obstruction, or severe dehydration. It is advised to consult a doctor if you have kidney disease or other serious health issues.<br>
When should I seek medical advice during Dokuzod Tablet treatment?
During Dokuzod Tablet treatment, if symptoms worsen, side effects become severe, or if you experience rectal bleeding or severe abdominal pain, contact your doctor promptly.<br>
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Manufacturer details
Name: A)Meridian Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Address: A)418, GIDC, Kabilpore, Navsari 396 424.
Marketer details
Name: Meridian Enterprises Pvt Ltd
Address: 1108, Embassy Centre, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400 021. India.
Country of origin: India
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₹90
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10.0 tablets in 1 strip
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