Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350
About Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 belongs to a group of medicines called 'laxatives,' primarily used to treat constipation. It may also be used to treat irregular bowel movements if recommended by a doctor. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements, where the stools are often dry, painful, and difficult to pass.
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 contains a combination of two laxative medications: Methylcellulose and Polyethylene Glycol 3350. Methylcellulose works by making the stools soft and bulky by increasing their water content. Polyethylene glycol 3350 draws more water into the intestine to increase bowel movements and soften the stools. Together, these medications make it easier for the stool to pass, providing relief from constipation.
Take Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 as recommended by your doctor. In some cases, Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 may cause common side effects such as stomach cramps, nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence (gas), or bloating (stomach fullness). Most of these side effects of Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 do not require medical attention and will gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components. Do not take Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 if you have a bowel obstruction. Do not use Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 for more than a week unless recommended by your doctor. Inform your doctor before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 if you have stomach or bowel problems, eating disorders, or kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a doctor before giving Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 to children.
Uses of Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350
Medicinal Benefits
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 contains two laxative medications: Methylcellulose and Polyethylene Glycol 3350. These medications increase the water content in the intestines, making the stools soft and bulky while promoting bowel movements, which makes it easier for the stool to pass. Thus, Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 provides relief from constipation and also aids in treating irregular bowel movements.
Directions for Use
- Avoid eating solid foods for at least 2 hours before and after taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Measure the suggested dose using the provided medicine cap. Mix the powder into water, stir thoroughly, and consume immediately.
- Do not store the mixed powder for later use.
- Consult your doctor if you remain constipated after taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 for 7 days.
Storage
Side Effects of Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence (gas)
- Bloating (stomach fullness)
Drug Warnings
Do not take Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 if you are allergic to any of its components or have a bowel obstruction. Inform your doctor before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 if you have any medical conditions, such as severe stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis (inflammation and ulcer in the colon), eating disorders (such as bulimia or anorexia), kidney disease, or sudden change in your bowel activity lasting more than 2 weeks. Do not take Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 for more than a week unless recommended by your doctor. Stop using Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 and consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, or bloody stools. Consult your doctor for advice before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 should be given to children only if recommended by the doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 may interact with certain medications, such as diuretics (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), bronchodilators (albuterol), and painkillers (tramadol).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 if you have certain medical conditions, such as severe stomach pain, bowel obstruction, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, anorexia, or kidney disease.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350. However, it is advisable to avoid excessive alcohol consumption as a precautionary measure.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorIt is unknown whether Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 will harm the unborn baby during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorIt is unknown whether Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 passes into breast milk during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350.
Driving
cautionMethylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, drive only if you are alert.
Liver
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have liver disease before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have kidney disease before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 or any concerns regarding this.
Children
cautionMethylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 should be given to children only if recommended by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Try to maintain a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Eat fibre-rich food such as whole-wheat bread, flaxseed, oatmeal, lentils, nuts, beans, fruits (berries, apples, bananas, oranges, pears, figs), and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).
- Drink enough water and fluids to stay hydrated.
- Exercise regularly to stay fit and make sure you get enough sleep.
- Make time to empty your bowels whenever your body signals you to.
Special Advise
- Please consult your doctor if you remain constipated or experience irregular bowel movements after taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 for 7 days.
- Avoid using any other stool softeners or laxatives while taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 unless advised by your doctor.
- Avoid excessive use of Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350, as it may damage the muscles, tissues, or nerves in your intestines.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements, in which stools are often dry, painful, and difficult to pass. Constipation is a condition in which a person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. However, bowel patterns may vary from person to person. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and a feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation occurs when the large intestine's normal muscle contractions slow down, leading to incomplete elimination of stool from the body. It can be associated with a sudden change in diet, a low-fibre diet, inadequate fluid/water intake, and lack of exercise.
FAQs
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 belongs to a group of medicines called 'laxatives,' primarily used to treat constipation. It may also be used to treat irregular bowel movements if recommended by a doctor.
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 contains a combination of two laxative medications: Methylcellulose and Polyethylene Glycol 3350. Methylcellulose works by making the stools soft and bulky by increasing their water content. Polyethylene glycol 3350 draws more water into the intestine to increase bowel movements and soften the stools. Together, these medications make it easier for the stool to pass, providing relief from constipation.
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 may cause common side effects such as stomach cramps, nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence (gas), or bloating (stomach fullness). Most of these side effects of Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 do not require medical attention and will gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 usually produces a bowel movement within 1-3 days. However, if your symptoms do not get better after 3 days of treatment with Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350, contact your doctor.
Diarrhoea might occur if Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids/water and eat fibre-rich food if you experience diarrhoea. Stop using Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 and consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, or bloody stools.
Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 should be given to children only if recommended by the doctor.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor for advice before using Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350. Your doctor will recommend Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking Methylcellulose+polyethylene Glycol 3350 with other suggested or over-the-counter medications, vitamins, or herbal supplements, to avoid side effects and drug interactions.
