Phenolphthalein

Phenolphthalein is a laxative that is used to treat constipation. It works by irritating the intestines, causing them to contract and produce feces. Phenolptalein is usually prescribed at night so that the effect begins in the morning.

However, like any other laxative, Phenolptalein may cause side effects such as abdominal cramps. This may be due to the fact that Phenolptalein irritates the stomach walls and causes them to contract.

If you experience stomach cramps after taking Phenolptalein, then you should contact your doctor for advice. He may recommend other laxatives or change the dosage of Phenolptalein.

It is important to remember that Phenolptalein should not be used for long-term treatment of constipation, as it can lead to other health problems such as dehydration and loss of electrolytes. If you have problems with constipation, it is best to consult your doctor for treatment advice.

Phenolphthalein is colorless, almost acid-free, hard, brittle crystals. It is obtained by oxidation of o-dimethylbenzene or from o-naphthylene with air at a temperature of 50–80 °C. In aqueous solutions, phenolphthalein immediately acquires a bright red color due to the inclusion of the quinoid form of the phenol molecule in the diformaldehyde molecule.

Phenolphthalain is practically insoluble in water, but easily dissolves in alkalis, alkaloid salts (phenol, etc.), and ammonium salts. The solubility of phenolphthalene in various solvents is given in the table.

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Phenolfethalein is an expectorant and laxative drug with a characteristic red-violet color. The side effects of this drug can be very dangerous. Therefore, among modern drugs it is not customary to consider this drug as suitable for the treatment of complex cases. However, it still has certain properties. In medicine, phenolphthalein solution is widely used for colitis and catarrhal colitis. In case of food poisoning, it can act as an antidiarrheal agent.

The drug has a laxative effect due to its irritating effect on the intestinal mucosa. The components eliminate constipation and promote rapid passage of stool. Also considered to have positive properties is the removal of gases, an increase in gastric juice and a decrease in acidity. The effect of taking the drug is observed the very next day. With long-term use, it is allowed to change the dosage. The treatment regimen is prescribed by a doctor, but you should not take Phenolftslein mixture more than once every three days. The dosage of Phenolphthalein is determined by the doctor. It is prescribed mainly after meals and during sleep.