Glucomannan

Glucomannan is a dry powder extrated from the tubers of Amorphophallus konjac. It has been used as an anorectic. It acts by absorbing liquid in the gastro-intestinal tract. It may also be used as a dietry adjunct in the management of diabetes mellitus.

Brands
Adult Dose
Dose: 3 to 4 g
Single Dose: 3.5 (3.5)
Frequency: 24 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions: As laxative
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. It is of Natural origin. .
Contraindications
Glucomannan is contraindicated in conditions like Intestinal obstruction,Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Glucomannan are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Fecal impaction, Intestinal obstruction, Esophageal obstruction.
Indications
Glucomannan is primarily indicated in conditions like Constipation, Decreased appetite, Hypercholesterolaemia, Obesity.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Glucomannan was found.
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
Warnings
It should always be taken with sufficient fluid and should not be take immediately before going to bed. It should be avoided in patients who have difficulty swallowing.
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