Baxativ 5mg Suppository is a medicine used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and helps you empty your bowels. Sometimes it is used by hospitals before surgery or some internal examinations or treatments. It works by increasing movement in the intestine.

Baxativ 5mg Suppository is used in the back passage (rectum) and must not be taken by mouth. Use this medicine at bedtime in a dose as advised by your doctor. Remember to inform the doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.

This medicine may cause side effects like stomach cramp, fainting, stomach discomfort, and rectal discomfort. This medicine when used with some lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.

Uses of Baxativ Suppository

Treatment of Constipation

Benefits of Baxativ Suppository

In Treatment of Constipation

Baxativ 5mg Suppository is a laxative that stimulates bowel movements. It increases the movement of the intestines, this helps empty your bowels and relieve constipation. It takes 6 to 12 hours to work and you may need several doses, but you should not take it every day for more than 5 days. This is a short-term treatment and should only be used when needed. It relieves the pain and discomfort caused due to constipation and improves your quality of life. Eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent constipation from happening.

Side effects of Baxativ Suppository

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Baxativ

Fainting
Stomach discomfort
Rectal discomfort
Vomiting
Bloating
Nausea
Stomach cramp

How to use Baxativ Suppository

Remove the wrapper from the suppository before inserting it. Keep lying down for about 15 minutes after insertion so that the suppository does not come out before it melts.

How Baxativ Suppository works

Baxativ 5mg Suppository is a laxative which dissolves in the rectum (large intestine) from where it is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream. It works by increasing the movement of the intestine, thereby facilitating the passage of stool. This provides fast relief from constipation. It also helps clean out the intestines prior to medical procedures or examination.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Baxativ 5mg Suppository may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Baxativ 5mg Suppository is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Baxativ 5mg Suppository in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Baxativ 5mg Suppository is generally not advised if there is associated vomiting as the loss of body water can be harmful to kidney function.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Baxativ 5mg Suppository in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Baxativ Suppository?

If you miss a dose of Baxativ 5mg Suppository, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Baxativ 5mg Suppository

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Quick tips

Together with Baxativ 5mg Suppository, taking a fiber-rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
Avoid taking a Baxativ 5mg Suppository for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
Take Baxativ 5mg Suppository after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Baxativ 5mg Suppository should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Diphenylmethane Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Stimulant laxatives/purgative

Patient concerns

Suffering from anal itching # Pruritus ani

Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar

Ayurveda

Is suffer from constipation

1.5 month paignant.visit with BT Nw filling pain on belly.why this pain is she feeling. My wife filling pain on lower abdomen

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Does she have constipation

FAQs

Q. Is it safe to use Baxativ 5mg Suppository?

Baxativ 5mg Suppository is safe if you use it for a prescribed duration and dose as recommended by your doctor. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.

Q. Is Baxativ 5mg Suppository a stimulant laxative?

Yes, Baxativ 5mg Suppository belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives which increase bowel movements. Baxativ 5mg Suppository is used for recent or long-term constipation. It can also be used to clear the bowels before surgery, labor or radiological investigation.

Q. Is Baxativ 5mg Suppository habit forming?

Baxativ 5mg Suppository can be habit-forming. Long-term use can make your body depend on the laxative for regular bowel movements, damage the bowel, cause malnutrition, and problems with the amounts of water and salts in your body. Do not use this medicine for longer than directed by your doctor. If your constipation keeps returning, consult your doctor.

Q. Is Baxativ 5mg Suppository effective?

Yes, Baxativ 5mg Suppository is effective if used for an approved indication at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Can I take Baxativ 5mg Suppository for constipation?

Baxativ 5mg Suppository is used for the treatment of recent or long-term constipation. Baxativ 5mg Suppository can also be used to clear the bowels before surgery, labor or radiological investigation. Baxativ 5mg Suppository belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives. Stimulant laxatives increase bowel movements, thus help in relieving constipation.

Q. Can I take Baxativ 5mg Suppository with senna?

Baxativ 5mg Suppository and senna both belong to a group of medicines called laxatives. However, no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can the use of Baxativ 5mg Suppository help lose weight?

Baxativ 5mg Suppository does not cause weight loss. Please consult your doctor in case you experience weight loss while taking Baxativ 5mg Suppository or if you need treatment for weight management.

Q. Does Baxativ 5mg Suppository cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea is a common side effect of Baxativ 5mg Suppository. Please consult your doctor if you experience intolerable diarrhea with Baxativ 5mg Suppository.

Q. Does Baxativ 5mg Suppository cause cramping?

Abdominal cramps or pain is a common side effect of Baxativ 5mg Suppository. Please consult your doctor if you experience cramps while taking Baxativ 5mg Suppository.

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