Polycarbophil Calcium

Also known as: Polycarbophilum

Drug #2054

Polycarbophil calcium is a bulk laxative.It absorbs water in GIT to form a MUCILAGINOUS mass which increases volume of feces and hence promote peristalsis.

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Primary Characteristics

Polycarbophil Calcium is also known as Polycarbophilum.

Solubility in Water: insoluble · Non-proprietary name: Polycarbophil calcium.

Molecular structure of Polycarbophil Calcium

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Polycarbophil Calcium is primarily indicated in conditions like Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome.

Polycarbophil Calcium is also indicated for secondary conditions like Diarrhoea, Hyperlipidaemia.

Contraindications

Polycarbophil Calcium is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.

Dosage

Polycarbophil Calcium's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route
Adult Dosage
3.5 g	3.5 g	Every 24h	oral
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

1 interaction

Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Side Effects

Polycarbophil Calcium in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Intestinal obstruction .

The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Polycarbophil Calcium are Hypersensitivity reactions.

Polycarbophil Calcium is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Abdominal distension, Flatulence.

Warnings / Precautions

There is a risk of intestinal or oesophageal obstruction and fecal impaction,esp if suchlaxatives are swallowed dry. Polycarbophil calcium should be always taken with sufficient fluid. polycarbophil calcium should not be taken by patients who have difficulty in swallowing.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Polycarbophil Calcium should be stored .

Drug Classification

1.17.6 — Laxatives