Mukofalk

Mukofalk - laxative phytopreparation, is available in the form of granules for the preparation of a suspension.

It is indicated for constipation, anal fissures, hemorrhoids, diarrhea and other functional bowel diseases. The oval fiber of the plantain seeds contributes to the accumulation of water in the gastrointestinal tract, thereby increasing the volume and softening the stool masses.

Mukofalk normalizes the work of the small and large intestines, facilitating the evacuation of intestinal contents.

Clinical and pharmacological group

Laxative phytopreparation.

Conditions of leave from pharmacies

Released without a doctor's prescription.

Price list

How much is Mukofalk? The average price in pharmacies is at the level of500 rubles.

Form of issue and composition

Mukofalk is available in the form of orange granules for the preparation of a suspension for oral administration: light brown with inclusions in the form of brown skin particles and adjacent Cells of a shell of dried Plantago ovata Forssk seeds (plantain of oval) (5 grams in bags of laminated material, in a carton of 20 sachets).

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Active ingredient: Plantago ovata Forssk seed coat powder - 3.25 g in 1 sachet.

Auxiliary components: citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium alginate, sucrose, sodium chloride, dextrin, orange flavor, sodium saccharinate.

Pharmacological effect

Mukofalk is created on the basis of psyllium seeds, which contain so-called hydrophilic fibers. These hydrophilic fibers in the gastrointestinal tract absorb water, and then swell. Fibers of plantain seeds differ in that they are able to absorb a large amount of water. This amount is approximately 40 times greater than the intrinsic weight of the hydrophilic fibers.

After the fibers swell, the process of increasing the volume of intestinal contents occurs. In this case, softening of the stool is observed. Hydrophilic fibers also have properties to stimulate intestinal motility. This greatly facilitates the excretion of feces.

In this case, Mucofalk is not absorbed into the bloodstream, but with prolonged use it does not cause any addiction.

Indications for use

According to the instructions, the use of Mucofalk is indicated as a laxative for chronic constipation caused by various causes:

stress;
diets;
tumoral formations, scars, polyps on the walls of the intestine;
arbitrary detention of stools;
diseases of the digestive system;
unbalanced nutrition;
reception of some medical products.

The drug is recommended for use in situations where it is necessary to provide soft emptying of the intestine - with the syndrome irritated bowel, hemorrhoids, in the presence of cracks in the area of the anus, after surgery. In addition, the medicine is used as an aid for diarrhea of any type - infectious, allergic, provoked alcohol, food poisoning, malnutrition, vitamin deficiency, psychogenic factors, etc.

Due to the ability to remove toxins and toxins, the drug can be used to reduce excess weight, removing cholesterol.

Contraindications

The drug is contraindicated for taking:

Intestinal obstruction;
Decompensated diabetes mellitus;
Organic strictures of the gastrointestinal tract;
Age under 12 years;
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Use in pregnancy and lactation

During the administration of the drug in women during pregnancy or during breast-feeding, no negative side effects were detected.

Dosage and route of administration

The instructions for use indicate that Mukofalk is prescribed inside, adults and children over 12 years old - 1 packet or 1 teaspoon 2-6 times / day.

Before use, 1 packet or 1 teaspoon of granules is poured into a glass, which is slowly filled cold water (150 ml), stir and immediately drink, then wash down with another glass of liquid.

Side effects

Side effects during treatment Mukofalkom can be the following:

Intensified gas formation (manifested in the first days of therapy and does not require drug withdrawal).
Allergic reactions, which usually occur in patients with increased sensitivity to components.
The feeling of a crowded gut caused by swelling of feces and stimulation of receptors.

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose can be abdominal pain, a feeling of fullness of the intestine. When such discomfort is present, additional fluid intake and rapid emptying are recommended.

special instructions

Before you start using the drug, read the special instructions:

When taking the drug should drink at least 1.5 liters of fluid per day.
You should observe an interval of 30-60 minutes between taking Mukofalk and other drugs.
Do not prescribe simultaneously with antidiarrheal drugs, as well as with drugs that depress the bowel motility.

Drug Interactions

Against the background of treatment Mukofalkom in patients with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus may require a reduction in the dose of insulin.

Reviews

We picked up some reviews of people taking the drug Mukofalk:

Valentina. I was helped very much by constipation. Daily, soft stool while you drink it. Then everything returns. Well, I think if you drink it for a long time, then everything will work out. Although a very expensive drug. Apparently there is no plantain in Russia.
Doctor Ekaterina. A remarkable preparation of vegetable origin in the treatment of functional constipation and in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation. Gives the predicted effect. I use it in the treatment of patients with a tendency to diarrhea, but by individual selection of a dose. The drug is well tolerated by patients, there were no side effects in my practice.
Victoria.I was poisoned by something, and I started a terrible diarrhea, which could not be eliminated. Found on the Internet reviews that will help Mukofalk for diarrhea. I ordered pellets, drank the first day, and felt the effect almost instantly. I managed to stop my diarrhea, and since then I have been keeping this remedy on hand all the time to be ready for the unexpected.
Anton. To me the laxative does not help or assist. I've had colitis for 20 years, tried everything I could. Doctors say that in my case stronger medicines are needed. About the properties of plantain know for a long time. I just take a ready box with grass in the pharmacy, I brew and take half a glass 3-4 times on a thin stomach.

Analogues

Mucofalk is not a cheap drug, so many patients want to know what can be bought cheaper.

List of substitutes that are cheaper:

Fibralax - (basis - psyllium husk), 5 mg No. 20, granules. The cost is from 390 rubles;
Phytotransit - (the basis - seaweed kelp), a Russian medication from the company Evalar. The cost is from 129 rubles;
Senadixin is a tablet number 10, containing an extract from a senna plant. The drug can also be taken during pregnancy and upon reaching. 12 years of age. The price is from 25 rubles.

Before using analogues, consult your doctor.