SKU: PC-36216 Product Description: Lubowel 24 mg Capsule is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy
Uses
Lubiprostone is generally used in treatment of constipation and irritable bowel syndrome
Side Effects
Abdominal distension
Abdominal pain
Breathlessness
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Dyspepsia
Edema (swelling)
Flatulence
Headache
Hot flushes
Increased sweating
Nausea
Palpitations
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Lubiprostone, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Lubiprostone is to be taken with food.
How it works
Lubiprostone increases the secretion of fluids in the intestine, which in turn increases the motility of the intestine, thereby making the stool soft and easier to pass.
Faqs
Q. Is Lubiprostone a steroid? No. Lubiprostone does not have a chemical structure or mechanism of action similar to steroids.
Expert advice for Lubowel 24 mg Capsule
Lubiprostone should preferably be taken with meals to reduce symptoms of nausea.Seek medical attention if you experience severe diarrhea, breathlessness (dyspnea) or difficulty in breathing, chest pain, tightness in chest during treatment.You should be thoroughly examined to confirm the absence of obstruction (e.g. gall stones, hernia, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, polyps, impacted bowel movement etc.) before starting Lubiprostone treatment.Lubiprostone is not recommended in children under 18 years of age.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.