Welmafin Oral Suspension

Short Description

Welmafin Oral Suspension is a combination medicine used to treat constipation by making the stool soft and easy to pass.

Dosage Form

Oral Suspension

Introduction

Welmafin Oral Suspension is taken with or without 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.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Welmafin Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Diarrhea Stomach cramp Nausea Vomiting Headache

Breastfeeding Warning

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

Welmafin Oral Suspension is a combination of three laxatives: Liquid Paraffin, Milk of Magnesia, and Sodium Picosulfate. Sodium Picosulfate is a stimulant laxative which increases peristalsis to push the stools forward. Liquid Paraffin is a lubricant laxative which helps retain water and fat in the stools while Milk of Magnesia is an osmotic laxative which works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis making the stools soft. Together they make stools easier to pass.

Take it at least 2 hours after taking other medicines as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines. Sometimes certain medicines like iron tablets antibiotics might cause constipation. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of them. Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel. Do not take any other laxative along with Welmafin Oral Suspension without consulting your doctor. Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening: Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g. Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day. Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week. Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues.