senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly at a glance
Medicine class
Stimulant laxative
Licensed use
Short-term relief of occasional constipation
Expected onset
A bowel movement commonly occurs after about 8–12 hours.
Food
May be taken with or without food.
What is senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly used for?
The selected UK product is licensed for:
Short-term relief of occasional constipation.
How does senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly work?
Bacteria in the large bowel convert sennosides into an active metabolite. This stimulates colonic movement and increases water and electrolytes in the bowel, helping stool move through and become easier to pass.
How to take senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly
Take the tablets by mouth as directed on the label or by a healthcare professional.
Swallow the tablets.
They may be taken with or without food.
Maintain an adequate fluid intake unless a clinician has advised fluid restriction.
Do not take this selected product at the same time as another laxative.
senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly side effects
Common or expected effects
- Abdominal cramps, spasms or pain
- Diarrhoea
- Harmless yellow or red-brown urine discolouration
Get urgent medical advice
- Severe allergic reaction, including swelling or breathing difficulty
- Severe diarrhoea causing dehydration or electrolyte disturbance
- Marked weakness, muscle spasms, fainting or seizures suggesting a significant electrolyte disturbance
senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly in pregnancy
The selected Senokot formulation is contraindicated during pregnancy because its product information cites experimental concern about genotoxicity from certain anthranoids. Ask a pharmacist, midwife or prescriber about a suitable alternative.
senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly while breastfeeding
The selected Senokot formulation is contraindicated during breastfeeding because small amounts of active anthranoid metabolites can enter breast milk. Broader UK guidance permits some standardised senna preparations, so seek professional advice about an appropriately licensed alternative rather than using this product.
senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly interactions
Fluid loss and low potassium caused by excessive or prolonged senna use can increase risks from several medicines.
Cardiac glycosides, including digoxin
Low potassium can increase cardiac-glycoside toxicity and serious cardiac adverse effects.
Antiarrhythmics and medicines that prolong the QT interval
Electrolyte disturbance may increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythms.
Diuretics
Concurrent use may increase potassium loss and other electrolyte disturbances.
Common questions about senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly
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What is senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly used for?
It is a stimulant laxative licensed for short-term relief of occasional constipation.
How does senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly work?
Bowel bacteria activate its sennosides, which stimulate movement and increase fluid within the large bowel.
How quickly does senna fruit extract + senna pods tinnevelly work?
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