Cadilose Enema 250ml

Introduction About CADILOSE ENEMA

CADILOSE ENEMA is a combination of Lactulose and Sodium benzoate which belongs to the group of medicines called Laxatives. CADILOSE ENEMA is used to manage constipation and portal systemic encephalopathy. Constipation occurs when stool moves too slowly through the digestive tract or cannot be eliminated effectively from the rectum, which may cause the stool to become hard and dry. Hepatic encephalopathy is deterioration of brain function that occurs in people with severe liver disease because toxic substances normally removed by the liver build up in the blood and reach the brain.

Before using CADILOSE ENEMA, inform your doctor if you are allergic to Lactulose or Sodium benzoate, have diabetes, or if you are due to undergo a colonoscopy. CADILOSE ENEMA is not recommended, if you have intestinal perforation, galactosaemic (galactose indigestion disorder). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel. There are limited studies available on the use of CADILOSE ENEMA during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The common side effects of CADILOSE ENEMA are stomach pain and flatulence. If any of the above side effects worsen contact your doctor immediately.

Uses Of CADILOSE ENEMA

It is used to manage:

• constipation
• hepatic encephalopathy

How CADILOSE ENEMA Works

CADILOSE ENEMA is a combination of Lactulose and Sodium benzoate. Lactulose works by absorbing water from the body and into the bowel. This softens stools and makes and helps to reduce ammonia in the blood that is usually present in the patients with liver diseases. It draws ammonia and other toxins from the blood into colon, thereby facilitating the removal. Sodium benzoate along with lactulose helps to aid this process.

How to use CADILOSE ENEMA

Use CADILOSE ENEMA as advised by your physician. CADILOSE ENEMA is for rectal use only. Your doctor will recommend you how often you can use CADILOSE ENEMA based on your condition.

Side Effects Of CADILOSE ENEMA

How To Manage Side Effects

Bloating

Eat smaller and frequent meals. Eat and drink slowly, and exercise regularly. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.

Stomach Pain

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, contact your doctor.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

There are limited information on the use CADILOSE ENEMA in pregnant women. Consult your doctor for advice.

Breastfeeding

Consult your doctor

There are limited information on the use CADILOSE ENEMA during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for advice.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not use CADILOSE ENEMA if you are allergic to Lactulose or Sodium benzoate or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before using CADILOSE ENEMA, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• water tablets for management of blood pressure (Ex. furosemide)
• medicines used to manage severe constipation (Ex. docusate, polyethylene glycol)
• ondansetron that works as anti-emetics
• anti-psychotics (Ex. quetiapine)

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep CADILOSE ENEMA out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About CADILOSE ENEMA

Q: What is CADILOSE ENEMA used for?

A: CADILOSE ENEMA is a combination of lactulose and sodium benzoate that act as laxatives. it is used in the management of constipation and management of hepatic encephalopathy.

Q: How to use CADILOSE ENEMA?

A: Use CADILOSE ENEMA as advised by your physician. CADILOSE ENEMA is for rectal use only. Your doctor will recommend you how often you can use CADILOSE ENEMA based on your medical condition.

Q: What are the side effects of CADILOSE ENEMA?

A: CADILOSE ENEMA may exhibit few common side effects like flatulence and abdominal pain. If any symptoms worsen, contact your doctor immediately.

Q: How does CADILOSE ENEMA work?

A: CADILOSE ENEMA is a combination of lactulose and sodium benzoate that act as laxatives. Lactulose works by absorbing water from the body and into the bowel. This softens stools and makes it easier to pass. Lactulose also helps to reduce ammonia in the blood that is usually present in the patients with liver diseases. It draws ammonia and other toxins from the blood into colon, thereby facilitating the removal. Sodium benzoate along with lactulose helps to aid this process.

References

1. KD. Tripathi. Section 11, Drugs for Constipation and Diarrhoea. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 672.

2. Sushma, Dasarathy, Rakesh K. Tandon, Satish Jain, Surya Gupta and Mahender Bhist. National library of medicine. [Revised in Sep 1995] [Accessed on 6th July 2022] https://aasldpubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/hep.1840160123

3. Sushma S, Dasarathy S, Tandon RK, Jain S, Gupta S, Bhist MS. Sodium benzoate in the treatment of acute hepatic encephalopathy: a double-blind randomized trial. Hepatology. [Revised in July 2016] [Accessed on 6th July 2022] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1618465/

4. Rx list. [Revised in Aug 2021] [Accessed on 6th July 2022] https://www.rxlist.com/consumer_lactulose/drugs-condition.htm

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Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Vrushabhakumar Jitendra Shah. - MBBS

Last updated on 17 Mar 2023 | 05:15 PM(IST)