Movicol Powder For Oral Solution

✔️ Generally, this medication is well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience:

• Allergic reactions
• Electrolyte imbalances (such as hyperkalemia or hypokalemia)
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Peripheral edema (swelling in limbs)

✔️ Indication:

This medication is intended for adults and children aged 12 years and above to provide effective relief from constipation, including chronic constipation. It is also beneficial in treating fecal impaction, a condition characterized by severe constipation with retained fecal matter in the rectum and colon.

✔️ For Adults and Children (12 years & older) – Oral Solution

• Constipation: Mix 25 ml of the oral solution with 100 ml of water (final volume: 125 ml) and take once daily. If needed, the dose can be increased to 2-3 times daily.
• Fecal Impaction: 8 doses of 25 ml per day, each mixed with 100 ml of water. Treatment should not exceed 3 days.

✔️ Instructions for Use:

• Mix 25 ml of the oral solution with 100 ml of water before drinking.
• Discard any unused diluted solution within 24 hours.

✔️ Overdose Effects

• Overdose may cause severe abdominal pain and bloating.
• Nasogastric aspiration (removal of stomach contents) may be required in severe cases.
• Severe diarrhea or vomiting may result in fluid and electrolyte imbalances, requiring medical attention.

✔️ Drug Interactions

This medication may temporarily reduce the absorption of other medications. There are isolated reports of reduced efficacy of certain concomitant medications, such as anti-epileptic drugs.

✔️ This medication should not be used in individuals with:

• Intestinal perforation or obstruction due to structural or functional issues.
• Ileus (lack of movement in the intestines).
• Severe inflammatory bowel diseases, including Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and toxic megacolon.
• Hypersensitivity to any of the active ingredients.

✔️ Use During Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

• Pregnancy: No adverse effects are expected, as systemic absorption of Macrogol is minimal.
• Breastfeeding: The medication is unlikely to affect breastfed infants since it is not absorbed into the bloodstream.

✔️ Precautions & Warnings

• Patients with heart conditions: When treating fecal impaction, take no more than two sachets per hour to avoid fluid overload.
• If symptoms like swelling (edema), breathlessness, extreme fatigue, dehydration, or heart failure occur, stop taking the medication immediately and seek medical advice.
• Prolonged use of laxatives is not recommended as it may cause dependency.

✔️ Storage:

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light.