Why is Senade prescribed? Let's figure it out.
This is a herbal medicine. The drug has a laxative effect and is used for constipation in adults and children. Senade is also used as a means to normalize stool in diseases such as proctitis, obesity, hemorrhoids, anal fissures. The laxative effect of the drug is based on increased intestinal motility. The instruction for the Senate is presented below.
Release form and composition of the drug
The only form of release of the drug is brown tablets with small inclusions. Their shape is flat, round, with beveled edges. Available in packs of 40, 60 and 500 tablets.
The active ingredient in the composition of the product is an extract of senna leaves. The active substance in the extract itself is the calcium salts of sennosides A and B. The auxiliary components in Senada are lactose, microcrystalline cellulose, starch, talc, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, sodium laurisulfate, magnesium stearate, sodium carmellose.
Action and therapeutic effect
According to the instructions for the Senada, the laxative effect of the tablets is achieved due to the active components - sennosides A and B. They act directly on the sensitive receptors of the mucous membrane of the large intestine, which respond to excitation by increasing the amplitude of peristaltic movements. That is, Senade tablets cause active contractions of the large intestine, resulting in mild emptying. Since the pills act only on the muscles of the colon, stool changes do not occur. Defecation occurs without a tendency to diarrhea.
This is confirmed by the instruction for application to the Senada. After how much the effect comes, interesting.
The drug does not affect the digestion process and is not addictive, therefore, it can be used for a long time up to the restoration of normal peristalsis, and after stabilization immediately stop taking it without fear of severe constipation.
So, after how long does the Senada act according to the instructions?
How fast will the medicine work?
As a rule, defecation occurs 8-10 hours after taking the drug. This is the average time that active substances need to irritate receptors and enhance peristalsis of the large intestine. This will cause the movement of feces to the rectum and the urge to empty the intestines. To speed up the process, you can drink a couple of glasses of warm water with a little salt. Then the exposure time of the tablets will be reduced to 6-8 hours.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, "Senade" is used in cases where the problem of constipation is caused by weak contractility of the smooth muscles of the large intestine. Indications for use of the drug are:
- constipation caused by insufficient peristalsis of the small intestine;
- functional constipation, in which the urge to defecate is ignored;
- defecation disorders with proctitis, hemorrhoids, anal fissures;
- obesity.
Also, the drug is recommended for stool regulation in pathologies of the rectum. In the case of such diseases, regular bowel movements are necessary; untimely bowel movement can aggravate the course of the disease.
Instructions for use of the drug
As the instructions indicate, "Senade" is taken orally in the evening before bedtime or 30 minutes before a meal. The tablets are washed down with a sufficient amount of liquid (preferably at least half a glass of clean water). Without a doctor’s prescription, you should not take the medicine for more than three to five days in a row. As a rule, during this time the stool is completely normalized, and there is no need for further use of a laxative. If the drug is prescribed by a doctor, it is he who determines the optimal duration of the course of treatment.
Dosage for adults and children from 12 years old
The dosage of the drug is determined by the age of the patient and the initial level of activity of the intestinal muscles. For children over 12 years old and adults, the initial dose of the medicine will be one tablet once a day. The course of treatment according to this scheme lasts three days. If on the third day there is no bowel movement, then the dosage is increased by half a tablet. In the next three days, the drug is taken already one and a half tablets. In the absence of improvements, the dosage can be increased according to this scheme to three tablets per day. If after taking three tablets per day for three days, emptying has not occurred, you must consult a doctor.
What else does the instruction tell us about Senade tablets?
For children from 6 to 12 years old
For children aged 6-12 years, the optimal starting dosage is half a tablet once a day. If the effect has not occurred within two days, then the dosage is increased to a whole tablet, after which emptying should occur within a day. If defecation has not occurred, it is recommended to consult a doctor. The maximum dosage for a given age does not exceed two tablets per day. The duration of the drug should not exceed two weeks.
In some cases, tablets can be given to children from the age of three. The treatment regimen is the same as for children 6-12 years old.
This is confirmed by the instructions for the drug "Senade".
Drug interaction
Long-term combined use with antiarrhythmic drugs and cardiac glycosides enhances the therapeutic effect of the latter. Also, taking "Senade" at the same time as medicine for arrhythmias can cause potassium deficiency in the body, as well as a combination of a laxative with diuretics and licorice root. Pills reduce the effectiveness of taking slowly absorbed drugs.
Overdose
In accordance with the instructions for Senade tablets, an overdose of a laxative appears in the form of severe diarrhea. To eliminate it, it is usually recommended to drink a large amount of mineral water to restore the balance of fluid and electrolytes in the body.
During pregnancy
Since the drug only enhances intestinal motility, without affecting the state of feces, their advancement to the rectum and anus can be very painful. Intensively contracting intestines can cause abdominal pain and cramps, which are very dangerous during pregnancy. Strong contractions of the abdominal muscles can lead to termination of pregnancy or premature labor. In the early stages, the threat of miscarriage is also caused by the fact that Senada can increase the tone of smooth muscle fibers of the uterus. For these reasons, before starting the use of tablets during pregnancy, specialist advice is required.
Do not take Senade if constipation lasts more than three days. In this case, dry and rough feces will painfully move along the intestines, causing cramping and increasing the tone of the uterus.
During pregnancy, it is allowed to take Senada for preventive purposes. It is recommended that you drink one or two tablets of the drug before going to bed.
Contraindications
Although Senade is considered a safe drug, it has a number of contraindications:
- individual hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- impaired renal and hepatic function;
- intestinal obstruction;
- postoperative period (in the case of abdominal operations);
- pregnancy and lactation (use with caution);
- peritonitis;
- gastrointestinal bleeding;
- cystitis;
- uterine bleeding;
- disturbances in water and electrolytic balance;
- children under six years old.
Can Senada be used for weight loss? The instructions do not have information about this. But many women use the drug for these purposes. Doing this is still not worth it.
Side effects. "Senade" acts on the receptors of the mucous membranes of many organs, and therefore can cause adverse reactions from various systems. Side effects usually occur when taking large doses of the drug for a long time.
Among the unwanted reactions of the body to taking the drug are:
- cramping in the abdomen;
- flatulence;
- nausea and vomiting;
- dehydration;
- violation of the sodium-potassium balance;
- skin rashes;
- cramps
- fatigue;
- muscle weakness.
Side effects, as a rule, do not require additional treatment and disappear soon after stopping the pill.
Analogues of the drug
For the drug, there are a number of drugs similar to Senade in terms of the active component (synonyms) and the effect (analogues).
The first include Antrasennin, Herbion Laxan, Glaxenna, Pursennid, Senalex, Senna tablets.
Among the second drops are Guttalax, Laxigal, Guttasil, Regulaks Picosulfate; tablets "Phenolphthalein", "Bisacodyl", "Dulcolax".
Reviews about the Senade tablets
Patients who used Senada to solve the problem of constipation were mostly satisfied with the effect of the drug. High effectiveness of the product, its soft and quick action is noted.
However, there are negative opinions about the drug. Negative reviews indicate too sharp and sudden action of the tablets, as well as the occurrence of cramping and abdominal pain. Some patients noted the complete ineffectiveness of the drug or the occurrence of many unpleasant adverse reactions.
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