LUBOWEL 8MG CAP

Overview

LUBOWEL 8MG CAP is a Schedule H drug.

LUBOWEL 8MG CAP is composed of: LUBIPROSTONE (8 MG)

Lubiprostone increases the secretion of fluid in your intestines to help make it easier to pass stools (bowel movements). Lubiprostone is used to treat chronic constipation or constipation caused by opioid (narcotic) pain medicine. Lubiprostone may also be used to treat irritable bowel syndrome in women with constipation as the main symptom. Lubiprostone is for use only in adults.

Usage

LUBIPROSTONE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
LUBIPROSTONE can address symptoms like: Constipation

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

LUBOWEL 8MG CAP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for LUBOWEL 8MG CAP and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diarrhea, stomach or bowel blockage, who are taking other medications, any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.  It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LUBIPROSTONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Fainting, Pale Skin, Loss Of Appetite, Body Excessive Sweating

Common Side-Effects

LUBIPROSTONE : Loose Motion, Head Headache, Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Dizziness, Vomit, Chills, Cough, Fever, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness

Rare Side-Effects

LUBIPROSTONE : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

LUBIPROSTONE can interfere with: Diarrhoea

Technical Classification

LUBIPROSTONE is categorized as: CHLORIDE CHANNEL ACTIVATORS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily	72%
2 Times Daily (1-0-1)	11%
Before Sleeping	11%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days	31%
42 Days	31%
10 Days	15%
28 Days	8%
21 Days	8%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	8%
18 to 35yrs	15%
35 to 50yrs	8%
50 to 60yrs	15%
60 to 70yrs	15%
70yrs and above	38%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

46%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Gastroenterologist

100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

CREMAFFIN PLUS EMUL	33%
LONAZEP-MD 0.25MG TAB	22%
PANTOCID 40MG EC-TAB	17%
LOOZ SOLN	17%
PEGMOVE PWD	17%
DULCOFLEX SUPP	11%
SOFTOVAC PWD	11%
NEXITO 10MG TAB	11%
SOMPRAZ D CAP	11%
COLOSPA RETARD 200MG TAB	11%

Available Alternatives for LUBOWEL 8MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

LUBOWEL 8MG CAP	INR 187.5 for 15 CAPSULES	LUBIPROSTONE 8 MG
LUBOWEL 8MG CAPULE	INR 187.5 for 15 CAPSULES	LUBIPROSTONE 8.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

LUBIPROSTONE		LUBIPROSTONE
LUBOWEL 24MG CAP	INR 292.5 for 15 CAPSULES	LUBIPROSTONE 24 MG
LUBOWEL 24MG CAPULE	INR 292.5 for 15 CAPSULES	LUBIPROSTONE 24.0 MG