Sorbimacrogol (oral)
Cautions
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient or any of its excipients
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Cautions
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Elderly
- Increased absorption of liquid paraffin
- Increased absorption of other fat soluble substances
- Low-birth-weight infant fatalities
Special populations
Pregnancy
- Caution
- No data available. Use of alternative agents recommended
Breastfeeding
- Caution; not recommended
- Infant risk cannot be ruled out. Consider alternative agents
Renal Impairment
Hepatic Impairment
Elderly
Adverse reactions
Immune, Blood and Lymphatic System Disorders
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Anaphylaxis
Interactions
No information available
Mechanism of action
Polysorbates are hydrophilic and are used as emulsifying agents for the preparation of stable oil-in- water emulsions in pharmaceutical products. Polysorbates may also be used for their surfactant properties in preparations for removal of ear wax, and for the management of dry eyes and upper respiratory tract disorders.
Dosage forms
- Other
References
1. Pharmacologist: Dr Ahmed Abulfathi [https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-42-QuIVuRHOHdWNHVRR0Fka0FPakRNMTdiRmlWOUJBelZJ/view] 1.1 Martindale Medicines Complete 1.2 https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/24832082#section=Synonyms 1.3 https://www.medicinescomplete.com/mc/martindale/current/ms-13603-l.htm#r477-a1-1-b-1 1.4 Shelley WB, et al. Lancet 1995; 345: 1312–13. 1.5 ten Tije AJ, et al. Clin Pharmacokinet 2003; 42: 665–85.
Medical aid coverage
data not yet integrated- Comprehensive Series—
- Executive Plan—
- KeyCare Series—
- Priority Series—
- Saver Series—
Formulary scraper pending — coverage tier, co-pay and authorisation requirements will appear here once data is ingested.
- BonClassic—
- BonComprehensive—
- BonEssential—
- BonFit Select—
- BonSave—
- BonStart—
Formulary scraper pending — coverage tier, co-pay and authorisation requirements will appear here once data is ingested.
- Beryl—
- Emerald—
- Onyx—
- Ruby—
- Sapphire—
- Tanzanite One—
Formulary scraper pending — coverage tier, co-pay and authorisation requirements will appear here once data is ingested.
- Aquarium Option—
- Efficiency Option—
- Marine Option—
Formulary scraper pending — coverage tier, co-pay and authorisation requirements will appear here once data is ingested.