Consticalo 2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Consticalo Tablet is a stool softener medicine. It contains prucalopride as its active ingredient. It is used to treat constipation.

It is a condition characterised by difficult, infrequent and/or incomplete defecation. This medicine works by enhancing the motility of the gut and facilitates defecation. Along with this medicine, it is advised to consume foods that are rich in fibre such as fruits, vegetables and grains.

Talk with your health care professional to suggest a customised diet to fit your lifestyle. Drink water plently of water.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Consticalo Tablet includes nausea, diarrhoea and headache. Seek immediate medical help. In case you experience diarrhoea, consume plenty of water/liquid.

Missed a Dose

Skip the missed dose and do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Just take your next dose at the usual time.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Consticalo Tablet belongs to a class of medicines that increases the motility of the gut. It acts on the muscle wall of the gut, helping to restore the normal functioning of the bowel.

Directions for Use

• Consticalo Tablets should be taken as advised by your doctor.
• You can take this medicine before or after food.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Consticalo Tablet during pregnancy?

Consticalo Tablets should not be taken during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before initiating the treatment. While taking this medicine use an effective contraceptive.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Consticalo Tablet while breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding is not recommended while on treatment with this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Consticalo Tablet?

Consticalo Tablet doesn’t affect your driving abilities. However, you may feel tired and dizzy during the first few days of treatment. Avoid driving if affected.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Consticalo Tablet?

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Consticalo Tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have liver or kidney-related problems.
• You have any disorder related to the heart, lung and endocrine system.
• You have neurological or psychiatric disorders.
• You have cancer or AIDS.
• You experience severe diarrhoea after taking this medicine.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to prucalopride or any of the other ingredients of Consticalo Tablet.
• If you are on dialysis, have perforation or obstruction of the gut wall or have intestinal diseases.

Side effects

• Headache
• Feeling sick
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
• Decreased appetite

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Consticalo Tablet can affect the way other medicines act or other medicines can alter the action of Consticalo Tablet if taken along. Hence, tell your doctor about all the medicines, herbals or supplements you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Storage and disposal

• Store it in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Consticalo Tablet is used for?

Consticalo Tablet is used for the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation. It is a type of constipation wherein the underlying cause of constipation is not known. This medicine is prescribed when other laxatives fail to provide adequate relief.

When should I take Consticalo Tablet?

Consticalo Tablet can be taken at any time of the day or as advised by the doctor. Try to take it regularly.