Sodium picosulfate - Constipation
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Status 1
Green
Formulations :
- Oral solution
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Status 2
Red
Formulations :
- Sachets (powder)
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Important
PICOLAX sachets - off-label use. ADULTS only at SASH. Adults and children at RSFT.
Status 3
Red
Formulations :
- Sachets (powder)
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Restrictions / Comments :
Important
CITRAFLEET - ADULTS only. Off-label use
Documentation
- No records returned.
PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Sodium picosulfate
Indication :
Constipation
Group Name :
Keywords :
stimulant laxatives, magnesium citrate and sodium picosulfate
Brand Names Include :
Dulcolax Pico, Picolax, Citrafleet
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Supporting Documents :
0
Traffic Light Entries :
3
Other Indications
Below are listed other indications that Sodium picosulfate is used to treat.
Other Drugs
Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Constipation.
Committee Recommendations (1)
The Surrey Heartlands APC have adopted the CKS principles for the management of constipation in adults.
Management | Constipation | CKS | NICE
The CKS guidance covers the management of constipation in adults (including pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding), for short-duration and chronic constipation, and faecal loading and/or impaction.
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