Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

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In-stock 15 soft gelatin capsules in 1 strip
203.00

USED FOR:
Constipation

COMPOSITION:
Lubiprostone (8mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

It is not known whether Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

SAFE
Kidney
SAFE

Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is recommended.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Lubiprostone   8mg

Uses of Lubowel Soft Gelatin Capsule
Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is used in the treatment of constipation.

How to use Lubowel Soft Gelatin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Lubowel Soft Gelatin Capsule works
Lubowel 8mg Soft Gelatin Capsule 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.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations, Edema, Dyspepsia, Abdominal pain, Abdominal distension, Increased sweating, Hot flushes, Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Breathlessness.

Expert advice for Lubowel Soft Gelatin 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Lubowel a steroid?
No. Lubowel does not have a chemical structure or mechanism of action similar to steroids.

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