Medicine details

ImageDuolax
NameDuolax
DosageEmulsion
Generic NameLiquid Paraffin + Magnesium Hydroxide
Classes Gastrointestinal Agent
Laxatives
Diseases Acidity
Constipation
Gastrointestinal Disease
CompanySquare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Drug Package Details

Strength1.25 ml + 300 mg/5 ml
Storage Condition
Origin CountryBangladesh
Commercial Pack1
Price per pack95.28
Cost per pack83.85
Package unit100 ml bot
Price per unit95.29
Cost per unit83.85
Discount0
Coupon
Remarks

Liquid Paraffin + Magnesium Hydroxide

Liquid Paraffin + Magnesium Hydroxide has a dual action of antacid and laxative. Liquid paraffin acts as a laxative; while magnesium hydroxide acts both as a laxative and antacid.

Liquid Paraffin + Magnesium Hydroxide is indicated for the following conditions-

  • Constipation
  • Acidity
  • Anorectal disorders
  • Hernia

Adults: The usual adult dosage is 15-30ml in the morning prior to breakfast or before bed time.

Children:

  • Over 7 years: 7.5 ml-15 ml before bedtime
  • 3-7 years: 5-10 ml before bedtime.

If desired, the dose can be combined with milk or 1⁄2 a glass of water. If you're not under a doctor's care, don't take it for more than a week.

Side effects are rare with the use of Liquid Paraffin + Magnesium Hydroxide. But the followings can occur-

  • Rectal irritation
  • Hypokalemia 
  • Polydipsia
  • Nausea
  • In the aged and disabled, as well as people with compromised liver function, use with caution.
  • Hypermagnesemia can also occur in people with decreased renal function.
  • Keep all medications out of the reach of children.
  • Consult your doctor if constipation persists.
  • Children under the age of 12 are not permitted.
  • 3 months after opening, discard any unused mixture.

Contraindication

There's no known contraindications of the medication in terms of food and drinks.

Contraindicated in patients with acute gastrointestinal conditions such as abdominal pain.