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Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a polyether compound with many applications from industrial manufacturing to medicine. This medication is used to treat occasional constipation.

This medication works by holding water in the stool to soften the stool and increases the number of bowel movements. It is known as an osmotic-type laxative. This medication is also available without a prescription.

If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. This medication is usually taken by the oral route of administration, once daily.

There are no serious side effects are there for this medication but nausea, abdominal cramping, or gas may occur. Inform your doctor right away if you have an excessive number of bowel movements, persistent diarrhoea, severe or persistent stomach/ abdominal pain, bloody shots, or rectal bleeding while using this medication.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Constipation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Dehydration

• Allergic Reaction

• Nausea

• Cramps

• Hives

• Bloody Diarrhea

• Abdominal Bloating

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Polyethylene Glycol 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.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Polyethylene Glycol should be used with caution during lactation. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is limited information available on the use of Polyethylene Glycol in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Feracrylum, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

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Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

This medication behaves as a thickener and osmotic agent which acts as a laxative by osmotically drawing water into the stool, making the stool bulky which stimulates intestinal peristalsis and stool is passed easily.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/polyethylene%20glycol

• Polyethylene Glycol-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09287

• Polyethylene Glycol powder,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

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