Senokot 7.5mg tablets are a constipation remedy for adults who need relief. Senna is the active ingredient found in Senokot and is available as a generic version of Senna Tablets.
If you’ve been struggling to poo or have found bowel movements uncomfortable or painful, Senokot tablets could help.
For short-term relief of occasional or non-persistent constipation.
What is the active ingredient in Senokot tablets and how does it work?
The active ingredient in Senokot is senna. Senna comes from the Senna fruit pods. Senna is a laxative that works to relieve constipation by stimulating the muscles in your bowel. This will help to move the build-up of poo through your system so you can have a bowel movement more easily and comfortably.
Warnings and Precautions
Not suitable for children
Not suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding speak to your GP or Pharmacist for alternatives
Do not use if:
You are allergic to any of the ingredients this product contains
You have a blockage or narrowing of your intestinal tract or bowel
You have paralysis or lack of muscle tone in your bowel
You have appendicitis or an inflammatory bowel disease
You have severe dehydration
You have persistent or undiagnosed abdominal complaints
You have faecal impaction or rectal bleeding for which you do not know the cause or blood in your poo
You have already taken a laxative and are still constipated
You have had a sudden change in your bowel habits which has lasted for more than 2 weeks
You have kidney or heart failure
Speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product if:
You have an intolerance to some sugars, as these tablets contain lactose.
You have kidney disorders
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Senna
Each tablet contains powdered Alexandrian Senna fruit (pods) (Cassia senna L (C. acutifolia Delile)) and Tinnevelly Senna fruit (pods) (Cassia angustifolia Vahl) equivalent to 7.5mg hydroxyanthracene glycosides, calculated as sennoside B.
Other ingredients: calcium phosphate, maize starch, magnesium stearate and lactose monohydrate.
How do I take Senokot Tablets?
Dosage:
Adults and the elderly and children over 12 years: TWO tablets at night.
Children over 6 years: seek medical advice.
Children under 6 years: not recommended.
What are the side effects of Senokot Tablets?
Possible side effects:
Abdominal pain
Abdominal spasm
Diarrhoea.
Taking senna can cause your urine to turn a red-brown colour. If this happens, it is nothing to worry about and will disappear when you stop taking the tablets.
If you have any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.
If you have any severe side effects stop use immediately and seek medical assistance as soon as possible.
