Description
MOVICOL is macrogol 3350 + electrolytes
Macrogol is a PEG -high molecular weight polymer which is non-toxic, pharmacologically inert, and virtually unabsorbed. The macrogol attracts and holds water in the bowel for effective stool softening. The electrolytes in MOVICOL help mitigate the possibility of electrolyte imbalance and dehydration.
MOVICOL has a 4 in 1 action
1. Hydrates and bulks
2. Softens
3. Triggers natural movement in the bowel
4. Lubricates the stool
MOVICOL is lactose free, gluten free, sucrose free.
For effective relief from constipation and treatment of chronic constipation; treatment of medically diagnosed faecal impaction.
Contains Macrogol 3350
PLUS electrolytes (salts) (Sodium chloride, Potassium chlorideand sodium bicarbonate)
It is an iso osmotic solution which prevents the net loss or gain of water and electrolytes in the body.
Water and electrolytes are absorbed by the stool to soften and lubricate the stools
Gentle action
Lactose Free, Gluten Free and Sucrose Free
Can be used by people who are lactose or gluten intolerant and diabetics
Great Flavours
Easy to take
Bulk preparations can be stored in the Fridge for 6 hours
Little or no wastage
Comes in easy to use sachets
Ideal for at home and travel
Available on PBS
Affordably priced
Warnings:
ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Do not take MOVICOL Lemon-Lime if your doctor has told you that you have:
• an obstruction in your intestine (gut)
• a perforated gut wall
• severe inflammatory bowel disease, like ulcerative colitis, Crohn‘s disease, or toxic megacolon
• paralysis of the bowel
• an allergy to macrogol or any of the ingredients.
MOVICOL Lemon-Lime is for use in adults and children aged 12 years and over. The MOVICOL Junior range is available for children between 2 and 11 years of age.
The fluid content of MOVICOL when re-constituted with water does not replace regular fluid intake and adequate fluid intake must be maintained.
Laxative products such as Movicol have the potential to interact with other medications, by altering their absorption. Close monitoring of the effects of the medications may be necessary when patient starts or stops taking Movicol regularly. It is important that the patient should discuss this with the doctor.
If the patient is pregnant talk to the doctor before taking Movicol. If the patient needs to thicken fluids in order to swallow them safely, Movicol may counteract the effect of the thickener.
The fluid content of MOVICOL when re-constituted with water does not replace regular fluid intake and adequate fluid intake must be maintained.
Laxative products such as Movicol have the potential to interact with other medications, by altering their absorption. Close monitoring of the effects of the medications may be necessary when patient starts or stops
taking Movicol regularly. It is important that the patient should discuss this with the doctor.
If the patient is pregnant talk to the doctorb efore taking Movicol. If the patient needs to thicken fluids in order to swallow them safely, Movicol may counteract the effect of the thickener.
Directions:
one sachet per 125mL of water
* Open the sachet and pour the contents into a glass.
* Add 125 mL of water into the glass.
* Stir well until all the powder has dissolved and the MOVICOL Lemon-Lime solution is clear or slightly hazy, then drink it.
If you like, you can add a flavour such as orange cordial to the drink
For adults over 12 years of age
Ingredients:
Active ingredients and Quantities per sachet/per 125 mL after preparation
Macrogol 3350 13.125 g
Sodium bicarbonate 178.5 mg
Sodium chloride 350.7 mg
Potassium chloride 46.6 mg
Contains 187 mg of sodium and 26 mg of potassium
Active ingredients and Quantities per sachet/per 125 mL after preparation
Macrogol 3350 13.125 g
Sodium bicarbonate 178.5 mg
Sodium chloride 350.7 mg
Potassium chloride 46.6 mg
Contains 187 mg of sodium and 26 mg of potassium
ALWAYS READ THE LABEL. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED. IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST TALK TO YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. THIS MEDICINE MAY NOT BE RIGHT FOR YOU. INCORRECT USE MAY BE HARMFUL. READ THE WARNINGS BEFORE PURCHASE. THE PHARMACIST RESERVES THE RIGHT TO NOT SUPPLY CONTRARY TO OUR PROFESSIONAL AND ETHICAL OBLIGATION.
