Phenolphthalein

Phenolphthalein is a diphenylmethane stimulant laxative. Phenolphthalein is used in the treatment of constipation and for bowel evacuation before invastigational procedures or surgery.


Brands
Adult Dose
Dose: 60 to 200 mg
Single Dose: 130 (130)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: PO
Instructions:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. It is of Synthetic origin. . The Molecular Weight of Phenolphthalein is 318.30.
Contraindications
Phenolphthalein is contraindicated in conditions like Nausea and vomiting,Abdominal pain,Pregnancy,Lactation.
Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Phenolphthalein include Diarrhea, Pulmonary edema, Hypoglycemia, Pancreatitis.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Phenolphthalein are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Abdominal cramps, Skin RashX, Eruptions, Colic, Erythema multiforme, Epidermal necrolysis.
Indications
Phenolphthalein is primarily indicated in conditions like Bowel evacuation, Constipation.
Interactions
Phenolphthalein is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementSulfolaxSulfolax docusate may increase the toxicity of Phenolphthalein by increasing intestinal absorption of the drug. ModerateConcurrent use should be avoided. These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Tab
Warnings
It should not be given to patients with intestinal obstruction or with undiagnosed abdominal symptoms. It should be used with care in patients with inflammatory bowl disease. Prolong use should be avoided. It should be used with caution (if contain tartrazine) in patients with aspirin hypersensitivity, because may cause allergic reactions (including bronchial asthma). Discontinue use if skin eruption occured.
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