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Agatop medicine can be prescribed for some cases of patients with digestive system problems. When taking the drug, you should consult with your doctor to avoid affecting your health. The following is some information to share about the use of Agatop medicine.
1. Uses of the drug Agatop
Agatop contains a saline solution and acts on the rectum. When the drug is able to enter, the drug will be left in the intestine for a period of time to enlarge and increase the peristalsis of the rectum. Thanks to that, the drug Agatop will clean the intestines by pushing out. Agatop is indicated for use in patients who are experiencing problems such as constipation or indigestion.
Some patients can use Agatop before surgery or examination. The effect of the drug is like an enema to help clean the patient's intestines before surgery or colonoscopy to avoid affecting the test results.
2. Dosage and how to use Agatop
Agatop that is used for the rectum is usually administered by injection from the anus. When using, the patient will be lying in the most comfortable position to pump the drug, then will create a reaction to clean the intestines. Dosage can be adjusted depending on the specific case. For children under 12 years old, do not arbitrarily use Agatop. Any problems with medication should be consulted with a doctor and conducted regularly to ensure the safety of the child. For children over 12 years old and adults will use a single dose of 118ml per day. Patients with confirmed renal failure syndrome or impaired liver function should be alerted. It may be necessary to do several tests to assess the severity of the impairment to facilitate the adjustment of the dose accordingly.
Agatop can be used for 7 consecutive days. The use of drugs should be indicated in the short term to reduce the body's dependence, affecting the function and level of bowel movements in the future. If after taking the drug, the condition of constipation does not improve, you need to ask your doctor to change the indication or handle it promptly.
3. Notes before taking Agatop
The drug is contraindicated in patients with known risk or history of allergy to any of the ingredients. In case of confirmed allergy, it is necessary to notify the doctor to change the drug with the same effect for treatment. In addition, a few other cases are also contraindicated for use:
Patients with passive absorption of drugs and decreased bowel motility Patients with congenital megacolon syndrome Patients with Hirschsprung disease Patients suspected of being at risk Appendicitis Patients with intestinal perforation Inflammatory bowel disease Rectal bleeding Diagnosing congestive heart failure Patients with dehydration Children under 2 years of age Patients with impaired liver and kidney function Agatop is used only for rectal pumps. self-medicating by other means. If the patient is nauseated or has symptoms of abdominal pain, it is necessary to consult a doctor, because this is a sign that the use of Agatop is not recommended. Patients need to drink more water after using Agatop to avoid dehydration.
Agatop is not used for a long time, so it is necessary to use it with a plan and short-term treatment. To avoid drug dependence, always proactively check and evaluate drug interactions. If your condition is not getting better or you are dependent on the medicine, you should inform your doctor so that he can accurately assess the specific situation.
The elderly, young children, pregnant or lactating women should be careful when using the drug. This is a rather sensitive group of subjects who should not arbitrarily use drugs to avoid dangerous reactions that are harmful to long-term health.
4. Side effects of the drug Agatop
Side effects of the drug Agatop may occur little or occur in severe manifestations. Therefore, patients should not be subjective, please note a few dangerous symptoms to avoid such as:
Urticaria, Itching, Blisters, Dehydration, Rectal irritation, Abdominal pain, Stomach pain, Diarrhea, Back discomfort. Body Index Disorders.
5. Interaction with the drug Agatop
Agatop drug may interact with some drugs such as: diuretics, calcium channel blockers, lithium treatment drugs.... It should be noted that these drugs should not be used together during the same treatment period. Avoid causing dehydration or changing some blood counts.
Agatop drugs can cause other complex interactions that are difficult to accurately predict the danger to the patient's health. Therefore, patients need to actively check and evaluate their general health to exclude the risk of diseases that affect the use of Agatop. In addition, let the treating and prescribing doctor know the medical condition and the medications the patient is taking. Depending on the location and specific disease condition, the doctor will have a basis for a detailed assessment of the drug interactions that will occur.
The drug Agatop can clean the intestines is applied to patients before surgery or having digestive problems. However, do not abuse drugs to avoid the body becoming dependent on causing constipation leading to dangerous diseases.
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