What is Mikrolaks and how is it used during pregnancy?
Mikrolaks, used in pregnancy, is released in the form of microclysters - small tubes with medicinal contents, which are injected directly into the rectum. The volume of one tube is 5 ml.
The active component of this drug is sodium citrate, which helps soften the stool and remove them outward.
If you list all the actions that have on the organism Mikrolaks, then this:
- stimulation of entering the intestine of water;
- increase in feces in the volume;
- increased intestinal peristalsis.
According to the instructions to the drug, Mikrolaks can be prescribed to pregnant women to fight constipation. This is explained by the fact that the drug acts locally, i.e. directly in the lumen of the rectum, not penetrating through the walls of the intestine and not getting into the bloodstream. In other words, Mikrolaks can not harm the fetus.
Is it always possible to use Mikrolaks during pregnancy?
As already mentioned above, the drug can be used during the bearing of the child. Moreover, Mikrolaks at pregnancy can be appointed or nominated and on early terms. However, in this case, it is not superfluous to consult a doctor. The thing is that finally the pharmacodynamics of the drug during the gestation of the fetus has not been studied. Because the likelihood of side effects still remains, but it is very small.
How to use Mikrolaks during pregnancy?
Having figured out whether Microlax can be used by pregnant women, let's talk about how to introduce it correctly.
So before using the drug, you must hold the rectum toilet. Then gently break off the protective cap, after which it is necessary to press slightly on the tube, so that its content slightly smeared the tip. This will facilitate the introduction of the tube into the rectum and prevent the possibility of trauma to the mucosa of its shell. After using the enema, it is necessary to stay in the horizontal position for about 10-15 minutes.
The effect of using microclysters Mikrolaks during pregnancy occurs after 20-30 minutes.
What features should be taken into account when using Mikrolaks during pregnancy?
Talking about the use of Mikrolaks during pregnancy, it must be said that with its use, there are possible side reactions that manifest as a burning sensation in the rectum.
Often, women in the situation are interested in the question of how often it is possible to use Mikrolaks during pregnancy.
As in the case of other laxatives, doctors do not recommend using it quite often. The thing is that the probability of development of addiction is great, after which the woman will no longer be able to empty herself. Because Mikrolaks should be used as an aid, in exceptional cases.
In order to avoid the development of constipation during pregnancy, women should monitor their daily diet and include in it more foods that contain fiber, and also move more.