Castor drug: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Castor drug is a drug to treat constipation, acting on the mechanism of laxative stimulation, supporting easier defecation.

1. What is Castor?

Castor liquid, also known as castor oil, is commonly used to treat constipation or to cleanse the bowel before bowel surgery or examination. Castor drug works by increasing the movement of the intestinal parenchyma, making it easier for stool to pass.

2. How to use Castor

Should take the drug Castor on an empty stomach, can be combined with fruit to enhance the taste. Measure the oil dosage carefully with a special measuring tool or cup. Do not estimate or use a household spoon, as an incorrect dose may be taken.
The dose of Castor medicine will be prescribed by your doctor depending on your age, medical condition and response to treatment. Because some serious side effects can occur, patients should not increase the dose or take more medication than directed by the doctor. The duration of taking the drug Castor should not exceed 7 days.
It can take 6-12 hours before the medicine penetrates the intestines and causes a feeling of wanting to have a bowel movement. Tell your doctor if constipation persists or tends to get worse (such as rectal bleeding). If you suspect you may have a serious medical problem, seek medical attention right away.

3. Side effects of the drug Castor

When taking the drug Castor, in some cases patients may experience the following side effects:
Stomach pain, abdominal pain. Cramp. Nausea and vomiting. Diarrhea. Fatigue, weakness. If you experience any serious side effects such as: nausea and vomiting, persistent diarrhea, cramps, muscle weakness, heart rhythm disturbances, dizziness, decreased urination, emotional changes (easily confused) , seek medical help immediately.

4. Notes when taking the drug Castor

Before taking Castor, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have the following conditions:
Have a history of allergic reaction to the drug or any of its ingredients. Having problems with appendicitis or signs of appendicitis (such as nausea and vomiting, sudden or unexplained abdominal pain), decreased urination for more than 2 weeks, bowel obstruction, rectal bleeding. Before surgery, tell your doctor in advance about your medications. The drug Castor is not recommended for use by pregnant women, consult your doctor before taking. It is not known whether Castor passes into breast milk and causes unwanted effects on the baby, please consider carefully before breast-feeding while using the drug. Making healthy lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, drinking enough water, and eating a fiber-rich diet can reduce constipation and increase the effectiveness of Castor. In case of overdose of Castor drug leading to overdose symptoms such as: severe abdominal pain or cramps, nausea and vomiting, persistent diarrhea.... should immediately call 911 or go to the facility. nearest medical facility.
If you forget to take a dose of Castor, the patient should take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Be careful not to take twice the recommended dose.

5. Storing the drug Castor

Store at room temperature away from light or moisture. Keep medicine out of reach of children and range of pets.
Patients need to use the drug Castor exactly as prescribed by the doctor. When experiencing abnormal signs, the patient should immediately report to the doctor for timely intervention and treatment to avoid the risk of complications.
In addition to taking drugs, now for the treatment of constipation to bring good results, Vinmec Times City International Hospital has applied anal electric stimulation combined with interference waves, feedback exercises. biofeedback. The above method has helped > 80% of patients recover the defecation reflex, improve bowel motility and the process of excreting stools, helping to improve constipation.
Depending on the patient's constipation, the doctor will appoint necessary investigations such as: colonoscopy with contrast, anorectal pressure measurement, assessment of bowel function and pathologies. related to the pelvic floor... to find the cause, thereby giving the optimal treatment regimen. The examination and treatment process is always performed by a team of qualified doctors with many years of experience, so customers can be assured of the quality of examination at Vinmec hospital.

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Reference source: webmd.com