Samfibre Granules

Description

Samfibre Granules is a combination medicine used in the treatment of constipation. It works by softening the stools that help in the easy passage of stools. Samfibre Granules is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are flatulence, bloating, and stomach cramps. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Introduction

In Treatment of Constipation Samfibre Granules helps to stimulate bowel movements. It increases the movement of the intestines, this helps empty your bowels and relieve constipation. It relieves the pain and discomfort caused due to constipation and improves your quality of life. Eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent constipation from happening.

Benefits

Samfibre Granules is a combination of two medicines: Lactitol and Ispaghula, which relieves constipation. They work by different mechanisms to absorb water into the intestine and make the stool soft and easier to pass.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Samfibre Granules is to be taken with food.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Samfibre Granules. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Samfibre Granules during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Samfibre Granules during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : SAFE - Samfibre Granules does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Samfibre Granules is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Samfibre Granules may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Samfibre Granules is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Samfibre Granules may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.