{"product_id":"skilax-drops","title":"Skilax Drops","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSkilax Drops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eis a stimulant and stool-softening laxative medication containing the active ingredient \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSodium Picosulfate\u003c\/span\u003e (7.5mg\/mL). It is primarily used for the short-term relief of acute or occasional constipation and for bowel clearance before medical procedures or surgeries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe active ingredient, Sodium Picosulfate, is broken down by bacteria in the large intestine. Once activated, it works in two ways:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"ol1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStimulation:\u003c\/b\u003e It stimulates the muscles of the intestinal wall, prompting bowel contractions to move stool through the colon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHydration:\u003c\/b\u003e It helps retain water within the gut, which softens the stool and makes it easier to pass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSkilax drops typically take \u003cb\u003e6 to 12 hours\u003c\/b\u003e to produce results, which is why they are most commonly taken at bedtime to encourage a bowel movement the following morning. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Dosing Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe drops are taken orally and are usually mixed with water or juice. Each milliliter contains approximately 20 drops (0.375mg per drop).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdults:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 to 15 drops once daily at bedtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChildren (6–10 years):\u003c\/b\u003e 2 to 5 drops once daily at bedtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChildren (2–5 years):\u003c\/b\u003e 2 to 3 drops once daily at bedtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInfants (Under 1 year \/ under medical supervision):\u003c\/b\u003e Dosing varies; standard literature notes 2 to 5 drops daily, but a pediatrician must always be consulted before giving this medication to a baby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote: You should avoid using this medication for more than \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e7 consecutive days\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e unless directed by a doctor, as prolonged use can lead to bowel dependence or electrolyte imbalances.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Information \u0026amp; Precautions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" class=\"t1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAttribute\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMild abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, and gastrointestinal discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eContraindications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDo not take if you have an intestinal obstruction, ileus, acute appendicitis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), severe dehydration, or undiagnosed abdominal pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" class=\"td1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEnsure you \u003cb\u003edrink 6 to 8 glasses of water daily\u003c\/b\u003e while taking laxatives to avoid dehydration. Discontinue use immediately if you experience severe abdominal pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"15ml","offer_id":67597356171564,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false},{"title":"30ml","offer_id":67597356204332,"sku":null,"price":675.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/skilax-15mldrops.webp?v=1747831871","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/skilax-drops","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}