Senna leaves, 1.5 g 20 pcs.

Infusion of senna leaves has a laxative effect.

The drug causes chemical irritation of the intestinal mucosa receptors and reflexively increases peristalsis.

Therapeutic effect occurs 8-12 hours after taking the drug.

Indications

Chronic constipation (hypo, atony of the colon), regulation of stool with hemorrhoids and proctitis (out of exacerbation), anal fissures.

Active ingredient

Senna sharply-leaved leaves

Composition

Senna leaves

How to take, the dosage

2 filter-pack (3 g) was placed in a glass or enamel bowl, pour 100 ml (1/2 cup) of boiling water, cover and insist 15 minutes, occasionally pressing down on the bags with a spoon, then filter-pack squeeze, the resulting extract bring boiled water to 100 ml.

It is taken internally by 1/2 cup infusion in the evening after a meal. The course of treatment of 2-3 weeks. Before using the infusion is recommended to shake.

Interaction

Senna preparations reduce absorption of tetracycline.

Special Instructions

Long use of senna leaves may lead to addiction, so it is advisable to alternate their use with other laxatives.

Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and mechanisms

The use of the drug does not affect the ability to perform potentially dangerous activities that require high concentration and rapid psychomotor reactions (including driving vehicles, operating moving mechanisms).

Synopsis

A mixture of pieces of leaves, petioles, stems, petals, sepals, fruit stems and seeds.

Color grayish green, light green or brownish green with flecks of yellowish, whitish, brown and dark brown.

Odor is weak. The taste of the water extract is slightly bitter, with a feeling of mucidity.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the drug, perforated ulcer, bowel obstruction, abdominal pain of unclear genesis, abdominal water and electrolyte metabolism disorders, acute inflammatory diseases of the abdominal cavity, proctitis and hemorrhoids (acute phase), strangulated hernia, appendicitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, uterine bleeding, cystitis, spastic colitis, pregnancy, breast-feeding, children under 12 years of age.

Side effects

Allergic reactions, abdominal pain, flatulence, diarrhea are possible. With long-term use – colitis.

If you have side effects mentioned in the instructions or they get worse, or if you notice any other side effects not mentioned in the instructions, tell your doctor.

Overdose

Symptoms: diarrhea, water-electrolyte metabolism disorder. Treatment is symptomatic.

Pregnancy use

The drug is contraindicated in pregnancy and during breast-feeding.