Guidelines

What is sienna medicine?

What is sienna medicine?

Sienna is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. It is used to treat the spasticity especially due to neurological disorders, and in painful muscle spasms of spinal origin. It blocks nerves that stimulate muscles to contract.

How fast does senna Col work?

It may take 6 to 12 hours before this medication causes a bowel movement. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens, or if bleeding from the rectum occurs. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.

How to know if you have side effects from Senna?

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What are the side effects of docusate and Senna?

For Healthcare Professionals. Applies to docusate/senna: oral tablet. Gastrointestinal side effects of docusate have included gastrointestinal cramping. Gastrointestinal side effects of senna have included esophageal impaction and duodenal bezoars.

How to report side effects of black draught Senna?

In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to senna; or if you have any other allergies.

What happens if you give your baby too much Senna?

As long as the mother uses senna in recommended amounts, senna does not cause changes in the frequency or consistency of babies’ stools. Electrolyte disturbances, potassium deficiency: Overuse of senna can make these conditions worse.