Flylax B 5mg Tablet

Short Description

Flylax B 5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and helps you empty your bowels.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Flylax B 5mg Tablet is best taken at night when it is used to treat constipation. It should be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, broken or crushed. It is recommended to start with the lowest dose and increase if you need to, but do not exceed the maximum daily dose. You should not use this medicine for more than the recommended days unless your doctor tells you to. Some lifestyle changes can help with constipation, for example drinking plenty of fluids, exercise regularly, eating more fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and cereals. The most common side effects of taking this medicine are vomiting, stomach pain, and nausea. 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. Some medicines and some foods can interfere with the way this medicine works so discuss this with your doctor to make sure you are safe. You should not normally take other treatments for constipation while using this medicine and should also avoid dairy products at the same time. Flylax B 5mg Tablet is not generally recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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. Flylax B 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

vomiting stomach pain nausea

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Flylax B 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Flylax B 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Flylax B 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Flylax B 5mg Tablet is a laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines thereby facilitating the passage of stool.

Together with Flylax B 5mg 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 Flylax B 5mg 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 Flylax B 5mg Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines. Flylax B 5mg Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.