Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for MOVICOL and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Technical Classification
- 9 Prescription Statistics
- 9.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 9.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 9.3 How long was it prescribed?
- 9.4 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 9.5 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 9.6 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 9.7 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 9.8 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 9.9 Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
- 10 Available Alternatives for MOVICOL
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Overview
MOVICOL is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.MOVICOL is composed of: SODIUM CHLORIDE (350.7 MG), POTASSIUM CHLORATE (46.6 MG), MACROGOLL (13.125 GM)
Sodium chloride is the chemical name for salt. Sodium is an electrolyte that regulates the amount of water in your body. Sodium also plays a part in nerve impulses and muscle contractions.Sodium chloride is used to treat or prevent sodium loss caused by dehydration, excessive sweating, or other causes.Sodium Chloride (topical) is used in nasal congestion and eye Irritation.
Usage
SODIUM CHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Hyponatremia, Shock, InjurySODIUM CHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Eyes Eye Irritation, Nausea, Head Headache, Confusion, Dizziness, Increased Thirst, Fatigue (tiredness), Decreased Urination
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
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: Not Advised for age < 12month
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
Precautions for MOVICOL and its Constituents
- You should not take sodium chloride if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it, or if you have high sodium levels in your blood.
- Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Follow the directions on your prescription label.Take sodium chloride with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.
- Do not share this medication with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink.In some cases, drinking too much liquid can be as unsafe as not drinking enough.Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Symptoms of Overdosage
SODIUM CHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Irregular Heartbeat, Weakness (generalized), Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Shortness Of Breath, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)Common Side-Effects
SODIUM CHLORIDE : Unusual Taste In Mouth, Mouth Burn, Fatigue (tiredness), Lightheadedness, Legs DiscomfortSerious Side-Effects
SODIUM CHLORIDE : Chest Pain, Difficulty Breathing, Hands Swelling, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased UrinationTechnical Classification
SODIUM CHLORIDE is categorized as:- MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
- MISCELLANEOUS RESPIRATORY AGENTS / RESPIRATORY 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?
| Others | 23% |
| Before Sleeping | 23% |
| Once Daily | 18% |
| 2 Times Daily | 10% |
| Evening | 8% |
| SOS | 5% |
| Stat | 3% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
| 1sachet | 14% |
| 25ml | 11% |
| 2sach | 9% |
| 1sach | 9% |
| 2tsf | 9% |
| 2sachets | 7% |
| 1/2sachet | 7% |
| 2.5ml | 5% |
| 2sachet | 5% |
| 1/2sach | 5% |
| 6sachet | 2% |
| 1 sachet | 2% |
| 1 1/2sach | 2% |
| 60ML | 2% |
| 1/2 sachet | 2% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 5 Days | 19% |
| 7 Days | 19% |
| 30 Days | 16% |
| 3 Days | 13% |
| 14 Days | 10% |
| 10 Days | 7% |
| 28 Days | 4% |
| 2 Days | 3% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| Below 5yrs | 9% |
| 5 to 12yrs | 3% |
| 12 to 18yrs | 6% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 19% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 16% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 8% |
| 60 to 70yrs | 14% |
| 70yrs and above | 25% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 53% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Gastroenterologist | 44% |
| Surgeon | 16% |
| Gynaecologist | 13% |
| Pediatric Gastroenterologist | 6% |
| Pediatrician | 4% |
| Physician | 4% |
| Orthopaedist | 4% |
| Oncologist | 2% |
| Neurologist | 1% |
| Pulmonologist | 1% |
| Urologist | 1% |
| None | 1% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
| LOOZ SOLN | 10% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
| CBC (HEMATOLOGY) | 17% |
Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
| High fibre diet (Diet) | 10% |
Available Alternatives for MOVICOL
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| MOVICOL | INR 24 for 6.85 GM PWD | SODIUM CHLORIDE 350.7 MG, SODIUM BICARBONATE 178.5 MG, POTASSIUM CHLORATE 46.6 MG, MACROGOLL 13.125 GM |