Composition
active ingredient: senna leaves and fruits (Sennaefolia cumfructus);
1 pack contains: senna leaves and fruits (Sennaefolia cumfructus) 100 g;
1 pack contains: senna leaves and fruits (Sennaefolia cumfructus) 200 g.
Dosage form
The leaves and fruits are cut and pressed.
Main physicochemical properties: cylindrical pieces; surface smooth, shiny, occasionally matte, marbled, uneven at the ends; color from brownish-green to dark green with yellow splashes.
Pharmacotherapeutic group
Contact laxatives. ATX code A06A B06.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics.
Senna leaves and fruits contain flavonoids, anthraglycosides (sennosidin A and B, rhein, aloe-emodin), organic acids, resinous substances. This complex of biologically active substances has a mild laxative effect. The laxative effect of a decoction of Senna leaves and fruits appears 6-10 hours after ingestion and is due to anthraglycosides, which enhance the motor function of the large intestine.
Indication
Atony of the large intestine, chronic constipation.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to the biologically active substances of the drug. Metrorrhagia, paralytic intestinal obstruction, hemorrhoids, acute inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, appendicitis), peritonitis, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, gastrointestinal bleeding, rectal fissures, spastic colitis, strangulated hernia, pancreatitis, hepatitis, nephritis, cystitis, abdominal pain of unknown genesis, severe disorders of water and electrolyte balance, nausea, vomiting, diverticulitis, organic liver lesions.
Interaction with other medicinal products and other types of interactions
Simultaneous use with quinidine sulfate reduces the level of active substances in the blood serum, with cardiac glycosides causes cardiac arrhythmia, with antiarrhythmics, diuretics and corticosteroids causes muscle weakness.
Application features
Before starting the drug, it is necessary for the doctor to establish the cause of constipation to exclude intestinal obstruction. The drug is recommended to be used only if normalization of bowel movements cannot be achieved by changing the diet or using drugs that increase the volume of intestinal contents. To avoid addiction, it is advisable to alternate the drug with other laxatives and limit the duration of use to 1 week.
Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
Contraindicated.
The ability to influence the reaction speed when driving or working with other mechanisms
No effect.
Method of administration and doses
Place 1.5-2 teaspoons of chopped and pressed leaves and fruits in an enameled dish, pour 200 ml of hot boiled water, cover with a lid and infuse in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes. Keep at room temperature until completely cooled, strain, squeeze the residue to obtain a decoction. Bring the volume of the decoction to 200 ml with boiled water. Adults take ⅓ - ½ cup at night or 1 tablespoon 1-3 times a day in a warm form. Children over 12 years old - from 1-2 tablespoons to ¼ cup at night. Shake the decoction before use.
Store the prepared broth at a temperature of 8-15 °C for no more than 2 days.
The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor individually for each patient.
Children.
The drug should be used in children over 12 years of age on the recommendation of a doctor.
Overdose
In case of overdose, intestinal colic, dyspepsia, diarrhea, and disturbances of water-salt balance are possible, which requires discontinuation of the drug. Treatment is symptomatic. Long-term (up to several years) use of large doses of the drug can cause atrophy of the smooth muscles of the colon and disruption of its innervation.
Side effects
Allergic reactions (rash, itching, urticaria, local or generalized exanthema). Digestive disorders, colicky pain in the intestines, flatulence, diarrhea, anorexia, urine discoloration, intestinal pseudomelanosis, water and electrolyte imbalance (hypokalemia, hypocalcemia), albuminuria, hematuria, hyperaldosteronism, cardiac disorders, increased fatigue, muscle weakness, convulsions.
Expiration date
3 years. Do not use after the expiration date.
Storage conditions
Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 30 °C, out of the reach of children.
Packaging
100 g, 200 g in packs with an inner bag.
Vacation category
Without a prescription.
Producer
PJSC "Liktravy", Ukraine.
Location of the manufacturer and its address of place of business/location of the applicant.
Ukraine, 10001, Zhytomyr region, Zhytomyr city, Kyivske highway, building 21.
