Elobixibat 5mg

Elobixibat 5mg — Uses and Benefits

Elobixibat 5mg is mainly used to treat chronic constipation, especially when other laxatives have not worked well.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Relieving chronic constipation in adults
• Improving the frequency and ease of bowel movements
• Long-term management of constipation under medical supervision

HOW IT WORKS

• It blocks the reabsorption of bile acids in the small intestine
• This increases the amount of bile acid reaching the colon
• Increased bile acid in the colon draws water into the gut and stimulates movement of the bowel, making stools softer and easier to pass

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not used for occasional or short-term constipation caused by diet or travel
• It is not a treatment for irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhoea
• It is not used for constipation caused by a bowel blockage
• It should not be used as a general laxative without medical advice

How to Use Elobixibat 5mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor
• It is usually taken once daily, before breakfast
• Swallow the tablet with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Try to take it at the same time every day for best results
• Do not increase or decrease the dose without consulting your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Skip the missed dose and take the next one at the usual time
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• If you miss doses frequently, inform your doctor

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Keep the strip in its original packaging until ready to use

Elobixibat 5mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Abdominal pain or cramping
• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Bloating or gas

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Loss of appetite

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe or persistent diarrhoea leading to dehydration
• Signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling of face or lips, or difficulty breathing
• Severe abdominal pain
• Blood in stools

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Elobixibat 5mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to elobixibat or any of its ingredients
• Have a known bowel obstruction or blockage
• Have severe diarrhoea of unknown cause

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have liver disease
• Have inflammatory bowel disease
• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Are taking other medicines for constipation or bile acid disorders

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other bile acid-related medicines
• Certain oral medicines that depend on bile acids for absorption, such as some fat-soluble vitamins
• Other laxatives, if used together without medical advice

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine for a long time?

Yes, it can be used long-term for chronic constipation if your doctor monitors you regularly.

Will this medicine work immediately?

Most people notice improvement within a day or two, but effects can vary from person to person.

Can I stop taking it once my constipation improves?

• Do not stop suddenly without talking to your doctor, as constipation may return.
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