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Expert advice for Picopil Syrup
Together with Picopil, 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 Picopil 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 Picopil after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines. Picopil should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.

Q. What is Picopil?
Picopil belongs to a class of drugs called laxatives. It is used to provide relief from constipation (condition in which there is difficulty in emptying the bowels, usually associated with hardened feces).

Q. What is Picopil used for?
Picopil is a laxative which is used to relieve constipation (condition in which there is difficulty in emptying the bowels, usually associated with hardened feces). Picopil works by stimulating the muscles in your bowel to remove waste products from your body and also helps in softening of stools. It helps in the short term relief of constipation due to any cause. Please consult your doctor for the right use and dose of Picopil.

Q. Is Picopil safe?
Yes. Picopil is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Picopil a sulfa drug?
Picopil is not a sulfa drug. The chemical structure and mechanism of action of Picopil are different from sulfa drugs.

Q. What does Picopil do?
Picopil provides relief from constipation (inability to pass stools and hardened stools) by increasing the movement of the bowel (gut or large intestine) to move stools out of the body by stimulating the muscles of the bowel and softening the stools. This brings an overnight relief from constipation.

Q. Does Picopil work?
Yes, Picopil is an effective laxative that provides relief from constipation by increasing the movement of the bowel (gut or large intestine).

Q. How fast does Picopil work?
Picopil provides overnight relief from constipation and helps body return to its natural cycle.

Q. Is Picopil effective in relieving constipation?
Yes. Picopil is effective to relieve constipation if used in prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.