Pikos 10mg

✔️ How Pikos Works – Pharmacological Action

Pikos contains Sodium Picosulfate, a stimulant laxative that works directly in the colon. It remains inactive until it reaches the large intestine, where it is activated by gut bacteria. Once activated, it stimulates nerve endings in the colon wall, enhances peristaltic movements, and encourages water and electrolyte accumulation in the bowel. This action softens the stool and stimulates a natural bowel movement.

• Promotes colonic peristalsis
• Reduces intestinal transit time
• Enhances the natural “urge to go”
• Supports regular, comfortable elimination

✔️ Key Indications – When to Use Pikos?

✅ Relief from constipation regardless of the underlying cause

✅ Effective in managing chronic or recurrent constipation

✅ Ideal for bowel clearance before surgery, childbirth, or diagnostic procedures like X-rays or colonoscopy

✔️ Dosage & Administration – Easy and Effective

For oral use only. Best taken at bedtime to promote bowel movement the following morning. Always start with the lowest recommended dose and adjust as needed.

✅ Tablet (10 mg):

Adults & children over 10 years: 5–10 mg once daily

Children 4–10 years: 2.5–5 mg daily

✔️ In Case of Overdose

Chronic overdose can cause:

• Persistent diarrhea
• Electrolyte depletion (e.g., hypokalemia)
• Muscle weakness
• Renal complications and metabolic alkalosis

✔️ Pregnancy & Lactation

Not recommended during the first trimester

Minimal risk of drug transfer through breast milk

Always consult a doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

✔️ Contraindications

• Intestinal obstruction or ileus
• Acute inflammatory conditions (e.g., appendicitis)
• Severe dehydration
• Known hypersensitivity to Sodium Picosulfate or product components

✔️ Possible Side Effects

• Abdominal cramps or pain
• Nausea, vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness or syncope (rare)
• Vasovagal reactions

✔️ Top Tips for Better Results

• Pair Pikos with a fiber-rich diet (whole grains, fruits, leafy vegetables)
• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
• Avoid using for more than 7 days consecutively unless prescribed
• Ideal for bedtime use for natural morning relief

✔️ Important Precautions

• Prolonged use may cause fluid and electrolyte imbalance
• Not suitable for individuals with intestinal obstruction, acute abdomen, severe dehydration, or inflammatory bowel diseases
• Use with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women, children, and patients with liver disease or epilepsy
• Avoid excessive use to prevent dependency
• Use with diuretics or corticosteroids may increase the risk of electrolyte imbalance
• Antibiotics may reduce its effectiveness

✔️ Storage:

• Store below 30°C
• Protect from light and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children