Piku 10mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Piku 10mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and helps you empty your bowels. It works by increasing movement in the intestine and provides relief from constipation.
Piku 10mg Tablet should be taken in a dose as advised by your doctor. Take it at a fixed time at night. 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 fiber 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 are nausea, vomiting, hypermagnesemia, dizziness, and headache. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. If they persist, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have a blockage in your bowel, upset stomach or your bowel movements have been different for more than two weeks.
Uses of Piku Tablet
Benefits of Piku Tablet
In Constipation
Piku 10mg Tablet is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. This medicine may take 6 to 12 hours to start working, therefore it is best to take it at bedtime. Take it as instructed even if it seems that it is not working as expected. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated. Constipation is a common problem that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This medicine can relieve the discomfort and improve your quality of life. To prevent constipation from happening it may help to eat more high-fibre foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.
Side effects of Piku 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 Piku
- Abdominal discomfort
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Increased magnesium level in blood
- Dizziness
- Abdominal cramp
- Abdominal pain
How to use Piku 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. Piku 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Piku Tablet works
Piku 10mg Tablet is a laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, thereby facilitating the passage of stool.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Piku 10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Piku 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Piku 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Piku 10mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Piku 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Piku 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Piku Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Piku 10mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Together with Piku 10mg Tablet, taking a 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 Piku 10mg 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 Piku 10mg Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- Piku 10mg Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Stimulant Laxatives / Purgatives
Interaction with drugs
Taking Piku with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels during the simultaneous use of these medicines and adjust doses accordingly if necessary.
Concurrent use may increase
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Piku 10mg Tablet used for?
Piku 10mg Tablet is used for the short-term relief of occasional constipation. It helps trigger bowel movements by stimulating the intestines.
How quickly does Piku 10mg Tablet work?
Although the exact onset time may vary, the effect of Piku 10mg Tablet usually begins within 6 to 12 hours after taking it. That’s why it is often recommended to take it at bedtime.
Is Piku 10mg Tablet safe for children?
No, Piku 10mg Tablet is not recommended for children under 12 years of age, unless advised by a doctor.
What are the serious side effects of Piku 10mg Tablet?
Although rare, serious side effects of Piku 10mg Tablet include dizziness or fainting (especially due to dehydration), severe stomach pain, electrolyte imbalance (low potassium), and allergic reactions like swelling or rash. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop the medicine and seek medical advice.
Who should not take Piku 10mg Tablet?
Individuals should not take Piku 10mg Tablet if they have a blocked bowel or severe stomach pain, are dehydrated, have inflammatory bowel disease, are allergic to any ingredient in the medicine, or have hereditary fructose intolerance.
Can I take Piku 10mg Tablet daily for constipation?
No, you should not use Piku 10mg Tablet continuously for more than 5 days without consulting a doctor. Long-term use can harm your gut and cause dehydration.
Does Piku 10mg Tablet help with weight loss?
No, Piku 10mg Tablet does not help with weight loss. It only causes water loss through diarrhea, which can be harmful.
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Address: C-482, Block A, Yojna Vihar, Anand Vihar, Delhi, 110092
Country of origin: India
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