INTRODUCTION ABOUT LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE

LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE contains Lubiprostone which belongs to the group of medicines called Laxatives. It is used to manage chronic idiopathic constipation, opioid-induced constipation in patients with chronic non-cancer pain and it is also used to manage irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in women above 18 years of age.

Constipation is a condition in which a person has uncomfortable or occasional bowel movements. Usually, a person is constipated when bowel movements result in the passage of small amounts of hard, dry stool, usually fewer than three times a week. However, normal stool elimination may involve a bowel movement three times a day or multiple times a week, it depends on the person.

LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients having mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction or severe diarrhoea. Your doctor may take several blood tests prior to management with LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE to understand the existing condition.

LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged 18 years and below) and should be used with caution in elderly patients.

The most common side effects of taking LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE are nausea, diarrhoea, headache, abdominal pain, tiredness, dry mouth and flatulence. Consult your physician for advice if any of the side effects worsen.

USES OF LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE

Manages,

• chronic idiopathic constipation
• opioid-induced constipation in patients with chronic non-cancer pain
• irritable bowel syndrome with constipation in women

HOW LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE WORKS

LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE works by increasing the secretion of fluids in the intestine, which in turn increases the motility of the intestine, thereby making the stool soft, easier to pass and reduce the feeling of difficulty and uncomfortable bowel movements that occurs with constipation.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. The correct dose and duration for you will be decided by your physician for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea:

Take LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE with food. Stick to simple meals while taking this medicine. Avoid eating oily rich, fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lot of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid eating high-fat or spicy foods. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhoea and consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have lesser and more frequent meals. Keep a heating pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your physician for advice.

Headache:

Drink ample amount of water and avoid skipping meals. Get adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and stress-free. Apply pain relieving balm on your forehead if necessary. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Dizziness:

Lie down until the dizziness is gone, then get up slowly. Move slowly and carefully, do not hurry. Get adequate rest. Drink plenty of water and other fluids. Avoid coffee, cigarettes, alcohol and drugs. Consult your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE, inform your physician if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• methadone (used to manage pain and drug addiction)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE, consult your physician immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage of LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE are nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, flushing/hot flash, retching, dyspnea, pallor, stomach discomfort, anorexia, physical weakness, chest discomfort, dry mouth, increased sweating and syncope.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep LUBOWEL 24MCG CAPSULE out of reach of children
• Store at a temperature, not more than 25°C