In the article, we consider the instructions for use with Transzepeg. Constipation is a rather delicate problem in which intestinal motility is disturbed, stool is formed and symptoms of intoxication occur. It is necessary to deal with this problem, because over time, the intestine ceases to empty itself, a chronic manifestation of the disease develops. The causes of this pathology can be a variety of factors, including dysbiosis.
To combat constipation in the domestic pharmaceutical market, you can buy many different drugs, one of which is the drug Transipeg. During pregnancy, it is also used.
Composition and form of release
The dosage form of this drug is a powder for the manufacture of a solution for oral administration: white, the presence of yellow (in powder with a lemon flavor) or green (in powder with an apple flavor) particles is allowed. The ready-to-use solution for administration is a clear, colorless or slightly opalescent liquid (6.9 g or 3.45 g per bag, in cardboard packaging 2, 6, 10, 12, 20 or 30 bags of powder).
One bag contains: the active ingredient - macrogol 3350 and excipients: anhydrous sodium sulfate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, aspartame, potassium chloride, apple or lemon flavoring.
Pharmacological properties
According to the instructions, "Transipeg" is a laxative. Not absorbed from the digestive tract. It has the ability to retain liquid, which helps to liquefy feces and facilitate the processes of their evacuation. The medication has an indirect effect on peristalsis, without causing an irritating effect.
The action of the pharmacological agent develops approximately 24-48 hours after oral administration of the solution.
Indications for appointment
As indicated by the instructions for use, "Transipeg" is prescribed for the symptomatic treatment of constipation. How to use it correctly? We will talk about this below.
Instructions for use
For adult patients, a drug is prescribed 1-2 sachets per day for 1 dose (preferably in the morning). The highest daily dosage is 11.8 g (2 sachets). The contents should be previously dissolved in 100 ml of water.
In children from 1 to 6 years, 1-2 sachets are prescribed per day (preferably in the morning). The daily dose is 2 packets. The contents of the bag are recommended to be previously dissolved in 50 ml of liquid. At the age of 6-12 years, doctors prescribe 1-2 sachets per day (in the morning). The maximum dose is 3 sachets. This is confirmed by the instructions for use for the "Transipeg".
Adverse reactions
Subject to the recommended dosages, this medication is well tolerated by patients. Nevertheless, some negative reactions may occur:
- Digestive system: rarely - pain in the abdomen, nausea, flatulence, vomiting, diarrhea.
- Allergic phenomena: rarely - rashes, skin itching, swelling of the skin and subcutaneous tissue.
List of contraindications
Contraindications to the use of the Trnazipeg medication include:
- severe pathologies of the small and large intestine (obstruction, stretching of the colon);
- abdominal pain of unclear origin;
- body dehydration;
- chronic heart failure in the stage of decompensation;
- erosive or ulcerative lesions of the mucous membrane of the colon (Crohn's syndrome, ulcerative colitis);
- phenylketonuria (due to the fact that aspartame is present in the composition of the drug);
- high sensitivity to constituent components.
This must be taken into account before the appointment.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Consider the instructions for use with "Transipeg" during pregnancy.
According to strict clinical indications, the use of a medical product during lactation and bearing a child is possible.
In experimental tests, it was found that this medication does not have a teratogenic effect. Use the product for 1-2 sachets per day.
Special recommendations
In accordance with the instructions for use, "Transipeg" does not contain sugar, calories and can be prescribed to people with diabetes. The medication is not subjected to enzymatic treatment.
The patient should be informed that in the event of a pathological condition such as constipation, which is not caused by a fixed lifestyle or is accompanied by fever, pain or other negative gastrointestinal symptoms, it is necessary to consult a specialist.
Subject to a salt-free diet with limited salt intake, it should be borne in mind that this pharmacological preparation contains sodium. In addition, potassium is present in the composition of this agent, which should be taken into account when establishing daily intake.
The drug has aspartame, which is a source of phenylalanine. In view of this, the medication is contraindicated for use in phenylketonuria.
Drug interaction
Given the ability of the drug "Transipeg" to slow down the absorption of co-prescribed drugs, it is recommended to use it 2 hours after their use.
A laxative does not enter into drug interaction with other medicines.
Analogs
The number of analogues of "Transipeg" includes:
- "Realaxan" is an osmotic laxative medication. The medication increases the osmotic pressure and the amount of fluid contained in the intestine, increasing peristalsis. It increases the volume of the chyme, prevents the loss of electrolytes, regulates the evacuation reflex, does not change the pH of the chyme. The laxative property of the drug is observed 24-48 hours after application. The drug prevents the change in water-electrolyte balance.
- Osmogol is a laxative. Not absorbed from the digestive tract. It has the ability to retain liquid, which helps to liquefy feces and facilitate the processes of its evacuation. The medication has an indirect effect on peristalsis, without causing an irritating effect.
- "Fortrans" is a medicine whose main active ingredient is polyethylene glycol. This substance forms hydrogen bonds with water molecules, which helps retain water in the intestines. As a result, there is a significant increase in the volume of feces as a result of their dilution. This is due to the occurrence of the laxative effect of this medication. The medication is prescribed if necessary to cleanse the intestines before performing surgical and diagnostic operations on the pelvic organs and abdominal cavity, as well as with prolonged constipation.
Reviews about "Transzipeg"
Regarding the Transipeg drug on the Internet, you can see both positive and negative reviews. People who have used such a remedy for chronic constipation, note that it copes well with this problem, but does not completely eliminate it. With prolonged use, the drug is addictive, which is also indicated in reviews of a negative nature. Positive reviews contain information that this medicine is well tolerated with periodic use, does not cause reactions and side effects, and well eliminates the symptoms of constipation. Women who used the medication during pregnancy note a quick effect and the absence of negative reactions.