How do I know which Bekunis product to purchase?
Exercise and diet adjustments do not always do the trick and, in some cases, the specific and controlled administration of laxatives is indicated. Different medications are available for treatment, which can be grouped according to their underlying mode of action:
• Osmolaxatives
• Swelling agents and bulkage
• Lubricants
• Anti-absorptive and hydragogous laxatives
When choosing a laxative it is important to consider:
Efficacy
• the product should be clinically tested and must deliver reliable consistent results.
Tolerability
• ideally, laxatives should work with your body to encourage a normal elimination process
Standardisation
• can the dose can be specified individually so you can plan to reduce the dose to suit your requirements.
Bekunis meets all these needs.
Bekunis Products have for many decades been a popular phytotherapeutic drug of choice for constipation relief in more than 40 countries world wide. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.
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| Bekunis Herbal Tea Prepared from selected herbs of senna, this tea is simple to prepare and contains standardised levels of active ingredients for easy dosage control. |
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Bekunis® Senna Tablets |
Bekunis® Herb Tea |
Bekunis® Instant Tea | |
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Indication |
Constipation and all conditions in which bowel evacuation with soft stool is desired |
Constipation and all conditions in which bowel evacuation with soft stool is desired |
Constipation and all conditions in which bowel evacuation with soft stool is desired |
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Contraindications |
Bekunis is contraindicated in patients with ileus. Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using Bekunis |
Bekunis is contraindicated in patients with ileus. Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using Bekunis |
Bekunis is contraindicated in patients with ileus. Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using Bekunis |
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Side Effects |
Patients with sensitive stomachs may experience abdominal pain and or diarrhoea. In these cases it is wise to reduce the dose or discontinue use. |
Well tolerated when used as directed |
Patients with sensitive stomachs may experience abdominal pain and or diarrhoea. In these cases it is wise to reduce the dose or discontinue use. |
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Presentation Form |
Enteric-coated tablets |
Medicinal herbs |
Instant powder |
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Composition |
1 tablet contains: 150-220mg extract from Tinnevelly Senna fruit corresponding to 20mg Hydroxyanthracene derivates, calculated as Sennoside B |
100g contains: Folia Sennae 25g Fructus Sennae 75g |
1 teaspoonful of Instant Tea contains: 650mg dried aqueous extract of senna fruit equiv. to 20mg sennoside B |
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Pack Sizes |
45 tablets |
80g |
17.6g |
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Dose Administration |
Swallow 1 - 2 tablets with water at bedtime |
Pour a cup of cold or luke warm water over one teaspoonful of herb tea. Allow to stand for 5-20 minutes. Sweeten to taste with sugar or lemon and drink before going to bed at night |
Put 1-2 teaspoonfuls of powder (as required) in a cup and pour hot or cold water onto it. Drink at bedtime |
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Onset of Action |
8 -12 hours post dose provides relief of obstinate symptoms |
Overnight relief |
8 - 12 hours post dose |
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Product Benefits |
Bekunis tablets are easy to take and allow precise monitoring of the dosage.The enteric coating means that they can also be used by patients with sensitive stomachs. The amount of active ingredients is suited to produce effective results |
Traditional form of administration of the widely used and completely natural herb tea with standardised active ingredients. Mild but effective |
Natural herb tea with modern form of administration. Bekunis Instant Tea dissolves immediately, has a pleasant taste and contains potassium. The standardised active ingredients allow the dose to be adjusted accordingly to the severity of the symptoms. |
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Therapeutic Category |
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