Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S
Description
- Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S is indicated for the treatment of Diarrhea
- Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S works by absorbing fluid in the intestine
- Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S can be taken with or without meal
- Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be used only when necessary
- Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be used under doctor’s advisement
Description
About
{{Product}} is commonly prescribed for the treatment of diarrhea. It reduces the loss of water in the body while also absorbing a large number of toxins and bacteria. Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S qualities also help reduce bowel movements in the body while helping improve the consistency of watery stools, along with that the medicine might as well help get rid of gastrointestinal cramping that might occur due to diarrhea.
{{Product}} is an adsorbent and an antidiarrheal medicine that should not be consumed regularly for multiple days. It should also not be consumed by the elderly until advised by a medical expert as it may cause side effects. Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S should also not be given to infants or children below the age of 3 years maximum.
It is unknown whether {{Product}} might be harmful to pregnant women and nursing mothers and hence should be avoided and consumed with caution when essential. {{Product}} might cause mild side effects such as nausea and bloating but can also cause constipation, flatulence, or abdominal pain. If any of these are experienced the patient must report to the doctor right away.
Indications
- Diarrhea
How To Use {{Product}}
Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be ingested with the help of a glass of water to help it flow down the throat easily at a specific time in a day or as prescribed by the doctor. Medicine can be taken with or without food.
How Does {{Product}} Work
{{Product}} is an anti-diarrheal medication that is also an adsorbent. {{Product}} performs the function of absorbing all the toxins and bacteria from the body while reducing bowel movements. This results in the loss of water in the body reduced and the consistency of watery stools improving.
Dosage
The tablet is to be given to the patient after every bowel movement. It can be increased to 2 tablets after every bowel movement if considered necessary by the doctor. However, it can vary according to the patient’s condition.
Pregnancy Use And lactation
There is not enough evidence to claim the medicine is harmful for the use of pregnant women, as it is unknown whether it may be risky or not and should only be consumed when the benefits overweigh the risks.
Nursing mothers are also advised to take precautions before the consumption of medicine. As {{Product}} is an adsorbent it is unknown whether it may be excreted into breast milk or not and can be consumed when benefits overweigh risks.
Precautions
The doctor should be informed about the following conditions before using Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S:
- Heart disease
- Bowel disease
- Allergic to components
- Diabetes
- Elderly
Contraindications
The doctor should be informed about the following/history of any of these before using {{Product}}:
- Hypersensitivity
- Febrile illness
- Elderly
- High fever
- Blood in stool
Interactions WIth Other Medicines
- Other antidiarrheals
- Hydrocodone
- Codeine
- Propoxyphene
- Loxitane
- Dicyclomine
- Bentyl
Adverse Effects
Common Side Effects
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Bloating
- Upset stomach
- Flatulence
Rare Effects
- Abdominal pain
- Irregular heartbeat
- Fainting
How To Cope-Up With Effects
Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)- Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water.
Constipation- Can be combated by adding more fibers to the patient’s diet, asking the patient to drink plenty of fluids, and increasing their physical activity to trigger contractions in the intestines.
Flatulence- Can be eased by consuming smaller, more frequent meals that don’t trigger your flatulence. Getting a minimum of 30 minutes of daily exercise has shown great results in combating flatulence.
FAQ’s
Q1.HOW TO STORE Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S?
Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.
Q2. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S?
In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital right away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.
Q3. WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S?
If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.
Q4.HOW IS Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?
{{Product}} is supposed to be ingested by mouth with the help of a glass of water to help it flow down the throat easily.
Q5. WILL Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??
No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.
Q6. DOES Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S CAUSE ADDICTION?
No. This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.
Q7. CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S?
Intake of alcohol is not advised while undergoing treatment with Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S as alcohol tends to negatively impact the patient’s blood glucose levels.
Q8. WILL Entox-P 500mg Tablet 10 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?
No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido
Additional information
| Type | Tablet |
|---|---|
| Feature | 500mg |
| Unit | 'S |
| Formula | Attapulgite |
| Composition | Attapulgite 500 mg |
| Brand | ICI Pharma |
| Prescription Required | No |




