Effects of phenolphthalein tablets

Everyone knows that many people have symptoms of constipation in daily life. Due to improper diet and other reasons, constipation has become a very common symptom. Faced with this situation, many people choose to take phenolphthalein tablets because phenolphthalein is also considered a laxative. After taking phenolphthalein tablets orally, it can accelerate intestinal peristalsis and help the body excrete. Next, let’s take a closer look at how phenolphthalein tablets treat constipation.

The main ingredient of phenolphthalein tablets is phenolphthalein, a stimulant laxative. After oral administration, it meets the alkaline intestinal fluid in the intestine to form a soluble salt, which stimulates the colon wall, increases intestinal peristalsis, and promotes the excretion of feces. Its effect is mild and long-lasting. Soft stools will be excreted 4-8 hours after taking the medicine. The effect of a single dose can last for 3-4 days. It is suitable for habitual and stubborn constipation.

Take 1-2 tablets of phenolphthalein tablets orally each time, preferably before bedtime, because taking it during the day will cause bowel movements at night and affect sleep. In addition, most of the drugs absorbed orally are excreted through urine. In alkaline urine, phenolphthalein turns red and will turn the urine red. Care should be taken to differentiate it from hematuria. It is forbidden for infants and should be used with caution in young children and pregnant women.

There are three things to note when taking phenolphthalein tablets:

1. Phenolphthalein can interfere with the phenolsulfonphthalein excretion test (PSP), causing the urine color to turn fuchsin or orange, and at the same time accelerating the excretion of phenolsulfonphthalein.

2. Long-term use can increase blood sugar and decrease blood potassium.

3. Long-term use may cause drug dependence.

The so-called habitual constipation is due to the weakened sensitivity of the defecation receptors in the rectal mucosa or the weak intestinal peristalsis of the elderly, which makes it impossible to excrete feces. If it persists for a long time, it will form habitual constipation. However, people with habitual constipation should develop the habit of regular bowel movements, pay attention to dietary adjustments, eat more fiber-rich vegetables or fruits, such as apples, bananas, and greens, and increase exercise to enhance intestinal peristalsis. Do not rely on laxatives for a long time. Long-term reliance on laxatives will only make constipation more and more serious, because phenolphthalein tablets stimulate the intestinal mucosa to promote intestinal peristalsis and defecation. Long-term use of medication will make the intestinal mucosa less and less sensitive. Even drug stimulation cannot promote its peristalsis, but instead aggravates constipation.

The author kindly reminds you: There are also ways to prevent constipation. Drink a glass of warm boiled water after getting up every morning, or add a small amount of salt to boiled water with a slightly salty taste. This can increase the moisture in the digestive tract and facilitate defecation. Most people can improve simply by exercising more and increasing their fiber and water intake. If it is ineffective or it is chronic constipation, an anal and rectal examination is necessary.