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 the stool in diseases such as proctitis, obesity, hemorrhoids, anal fissures. The laxative effect of the drug is based on increased intestinal motility. Instructions for "Senada" are presented below.
Form of release and composition of the drug
The only form of release of the drug is brown tablets with small patches. Their shape is flat, rounded, with beveled edges. Available in packs of 40, 60 and 500 tablets.
The active component of the composition of the product is an extract of senna leaves. In the extract itself, the active substance is calcium s alts of sennosides A and B. Auxiliarythe ingredients 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 Senada, the laxative effect of the tablets is achieved due to the active ingredients - sennosides A and B. They act directly on the sensitive receptors of the large intestine mucosa, which respond to excitation by increasing the amplitude of perist altic movements. That is, Senade tablets cause active contractions of the large intestine, which leads to soft emptying. Since the tablets act only on the muscles of the large intestine, there is no change in the stool. Defecation occurs without a tendency to diarrhea.
This is confirmed by the instructions for use for Senada. After how long the effect comes, I wonder.
The drug does not affect the digestion process and is not addictive, so you can use it for a long time until normal peristalsis is restored, and after stabilization, immediately stop taking it without fear of severe constipation.
So, how long does it take Senade to act according to the instructions?
How quickly will the medicine work?
As a rule, defecation occurs 8-10 hours after taking the drug. This is the average time that the active substances need to irritate the receptors and increase the peristalsis of the large intestine. This will cause the movement of feces torectum and urge to empty the bowels. To speed up the process, you can drink a couple of glasses of warm water with a little s alt. 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 the use of the drug are:
- constipation caused by insufficient peristalsis of the small intestine;
- functional constipation, in which the urge to defecate is ignored;
- defaecation disorders in proctitis, hemorrhoids, anal fissures;
- obesity.
Also, the remedy is recommended to be taken to regulate stool in case of pathologies of the rectum. In the case of such diseases, regular defecation is necessary, untimely bowel movements can aggravate the course of the disease.
Instructions for using the drug
As the instructions indicate, "Senade" is taken orally in the evening before bedtime or 30 minutes before a meal. 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 normal, and further use of a laxative is not necessary. If the drug is prescribed by a doctor, then it is he who determines the optimal duration of the course of treatment.
Dosage for adults and childrenfrom 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 of age and adults, the initial dose of the drug 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 already taken one and a half tablets. In the absence of improvement, the dosage can be increased according to this scheme up to three tablets per day. If you still have not had a bowel movement after taking three tablets a day for three days, you should 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, the optimal starting dosage is half a tablet once a day. If the effect does not occur within two days, then the dosage is increased to a whole tablet, after which emptying should occur within a day. If a bowel movement has not occurred, it is recommended to consult a doctor. The maximum allowable dosage for this 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 aged 6-12.
This is confirmed by the instructions for the drug "Senade".
Drug Interactions
Long-term concomitant use with antiarrhythmic drugs and cardiacglycosides enhances the therapeutic effect of the latter. Also, taking "Senade" at the same time as drugs for arrhythmia can cause a potassium deficiency in the body, as well as the combination of a laxative with diuretics and licorice root. Tablets reduce the effectiveness of slow-absorbing drugs.
Overdose
According to the instructions for the Senade tablets, an overdose of a laxative is manifested in the form of severe diarrhea. To eliminate it, it is usually recommended to drink plenty of mineral water to restore fluid and electrolyte balance in the body.
When Pregnant
Since the drug only enhances intestinal motility without affecting the condition of the feces, their movement to the rectum and anus can be very painful. Intensely contracting intestines can cause pain and cramps in the abdomen, 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 Senade can increase the tone of the smooth muscle fibers of the uterus. For these reasons, a specialist consultation is required before starting the use of tablets during pregnancy.
Senade should not be taken if constipation persists for more than three days. In this case, dry and coarse feces will painfully move through the intestines, causing spasms and increasing the tone of the uterus.
Admitted during pregnancy"Senade" for preventive purposes. In this case, it is recommended to drink one or two tablets 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 kidney and liver function;
- intestinal obstruction;
- postoperative period (in case of abdominal operations);
- pregnancy and lactation (take with caution);
- peritonitis;
- GI bleeding;
- cystitis;
- uterine bleeding;
- water and electrolyte imbalance;
- Children under six years of age.
Can Senade be used for weight loss? There is no information about this in the manual. But many women use the drug for these purposes. It's still not worth doing this.
Side effects. "Senade" affects the receptors of the mucous membranes of many organs, and therefore is capable of causing adverse reactions from various systems. Side effects usually appear when taking large doses of the drug for a long time.
Among the unwanted reactions of the body to taking the drug are:
- abdominal cramps;
- flatulence;
- nausea and vomiting;
- dehydration;
- violation of sodium-potassium balance;
- skin rashes;
- convulsions;
- fatigue;
- muscle weakness.
Side effects usually do not require additional treatment and disappear soon after stopping the pills.
Analogues of the drug
For the drug, there are a number of medicines similar to Senade in terms of active ingredient (synonyms) and effect (analogues).
The first are Antrasennin, Gerbion Laxana, Glaxenna, Pursennid, Senalex, Senna tablets.
Among the latter, drops of Guttalax, Laxigal, Guttasil, Regulax Picosulfate stand out; Phenolphthalein, Bisacodyl, Dulcolax tablets.
Reviews on Senade tablets
Patients who used Senade to solve the problem of constipation, for the most part, were satisfied with the effect of the drug. The high efficiency of the product, its soft and fast action is noted.
However, there are also negative opinions about the drug. In negative reviews, there is too sharp and sudden action of the tablets, as well as the occurrence of cramps and pain in the abdomen. Some patients reported complete ineffectiveness of the remedy or the occurrence of many unpleasant side effects.
We reviewed the instructions and reviews for the Senade drug.
