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Cremaffin plus And painkiller antibiotic
I'm taking painkiller and antibiotics for wisdom tooth problem... generally I am daily constipated and taking cremaffin plus daily...but after taking those medicines my constipation & fissure problem is increasing too much...can I increase the dose of cremaffin plus?can I take cremaffin plus 20 ml after lunch and 20 ml after dinner?? does it cause any danger side effects??
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Best way to ease your constipation is to eat food rich in fibre. Avoid food which are hard like ragi ball etc . Drink lot of fluids
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Antibiotics kills healthy bacteria from your intestine,causing slow digestion and harder stools and pain killers will cause gastritis and indigestion..both drugs increase the risk of fissure and constipation..
Consult with your primary physician
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increase fibre rich diet ..add probiotics..
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Hello,
Thank you for sharing your concerns. Constipation and fissure aggravation while on painkillers and antibiotics is a common issue, as these medications can significantly slow bowel motility. However, increasing the dose of **Cremaffin Plus** (a combination of liquid paraffin and milk of magnesia) to 20ml twice daily is not advisable without medical supervision. Overuse of laxatives can lead to dependency, electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, or worsening symptoms like cramping or diarrhea.
Your current regimen requires a holistic review. Painkillers (especially opioids) and certain antibiotics exacerbate constipation, and adjusting their type/dosage or adding stool softeners/fiber supplements might be safer. Additionally, fissures may need targeted treatment to prevent complications.
I recommend scheduling a consultation with me to:
1. Evaluate your medications and suggest alternatives if needed.
2. Provide a personalized plan to manage constipation without relying on high-dose laxatives.
3. Address fissure care to promote healing.
For immediate guidance, you can reach me on WhatsApp at **eight zero zero nine eight two one three three two**. Let’s work together to resolve this safely.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Kindly consult via whatsapp at nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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Dr. Jyothika Vucha
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1 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Increasing the dose of Cremaffin Plus should be done cautiously, as excessive use may lead to dependency or electrolyte imbalances. Instead, consider dietary modifications like increasing fiber and water intake. If constipation persists or worsens, a different laxative may be needed. I recommend scheduling a consultation to assess your symptoms further and adjust treatment accordingly.
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I recommend scheduling a consultation to assess your symptoms further and adjust treatment accordingly.
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Plenty of fluids
Fiber rich food will help.
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Take syp looz 2 tsf bd
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You can take two times . No danger side effects.
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Dietary modifications with plenty of fluids intake maybe beneficial
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Consultation for medication under prescription is advisable
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Drink plenty of water.
Fibre rich diet.
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Dr. Bijli Nanda
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7 yrs exp
Noida
Taking cremaffin daily at this age for chronic constipation is not advised unless there is an underlying cause.
1.Check TSH for thyroid issues
2.cbc and blood sugar
3.increase fiber in diet
4.increase fluid intake
5.increase physical activity
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
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7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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Kolkata
Yes u can
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
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Delhi
Take high fiber diet and visit to general surgeon for physical examination
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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Hyderabad
Yes, u can
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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