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Black Draught Side Effects

Generic name: senna

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 2, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Black Draught.

Applies to senna: oral capsule liquid filled, oral liquid, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable Side Effects associated with senna. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Black Draught.

Applies to senna: oral capsule liquid filled, oral liquid, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable.

Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you or your child should continue to use it.

Tell your doctor if you or your child had already used a laxative for more than 1 week.

Call your doctor right away if you or your child has rectal bleeding, no bowel movement within 30 minutes of enema use, or has symptoms of dehydration (eg, confusion, decreased urination, feeling thirsty, vomiting). These maybe symptoms of a serious condition.

Serious side effects of Black Draught

Along with its needed effects, senna (the active ingredient contained in Black Draught) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking senna:

Incidence not known

  • black, tarry stools
  • blood in the stools
  • nausea or vomiting
  • stomach pain

For healthcare professionals

Applies to senna: compounding powder, oral disintegrating strip, oral granule, oral liquid, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, rectal suppository.

Gastrointestinal adverse events

Abdominal pain, abdominal spasm, and liquid stool passage usually occurred in patients with irritable colon and may occur in individual overdose events; dose reductions should be performed if the side effects occur.

Chronic use may result in intestinal mucosa pigmentation/pseudomelanosis coli, which usually recedes with treatment discontinuation.[Ref]

Genitourinary

Albuminuria and hematuria may occur as a result of electrolyte and water equilibrium disorders.

Urine discoloration by metabolites was not clinically significant.[Ref]

Dermatologic

Metabolic

Chronic use may result in electrolyte metabolism and water equilibrium disorders.[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity reactions included generalized/local exanthema, pruritus, and/or urticaria.[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

Immunologic

Respiratory

See also:

References

1. (2005) "Product Information. Fletchers Castoria (senna)." Mentholatum Company, The

2. (2022) "Product Information. SenoSol-X (senna)." Apothecon Inc

3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."

4. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

5. (2019) "Product Information. Ex-Lax Chocolated (senna)." Novartis Consumer Health

6. (2019) "Product Information. Ex-Lax Extra Strength (senna)." Novartis Consumer Health

7. (2019) "Product Information. Ex-Lax Regular Strength Pills (senna)." Novartis Consumer Health

8. (2019) "Product Information. Senna (senna)." Humco Holding Group

9. (2019) "Product Information. Senna Lax (senna)." Mylan Institutional (formerly UDL Laboratories)

10. (2019) "Product Information. Senokot (senna)." Palmetto State Pharmaceuticals Inc

Frequently asked questions

Further information

Black Draught side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.