Information
Laxido Orange contains macrogol 3350 and the electrolytes sodium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate and potassium chloride. Macrogol 3350 is a laxative used for the treatment of constipation, especially if you have been constipated for a long time. It is also used to treat a build up of hard faeces in your bowel which may be a result of long-term constipation (this is known as faecal impaction). Macrogol 3350 makes your faeces softer and easier to pass, giving you relief from constipation. The electrolytes help to maintain your body’s normal levels of sodium, potassium and water while you are being treated for constipation.
Active Ingredient
The active substances are macrogol 3350 (13.125g), sodium chloride (350.7mg), sodium hydrogen carbonate (178.5mg) and potassium chloride (46.6mg). The other ingredients are acesulfame potassium (E950) and orange flavour (containing maltodextrin and propylene glycol (E1520)).
Dosage
Laxido Orange should be taken orally. Laxido Orange is a laxative for the treatment of constipation and faecal impaction in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly. The usual dose for constipation is one sachet taken one to three times daily. Laxido Orange should be made up by dissolving the contents of one sachet in a glass of water (125ml or a quarter pint). Stir well until all the powder has dissolved.
Warnings
Do not take Laxido Orange: - if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to macrogol 3350, sodium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate, potassium chloride, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) - if you have a perforation in the wall of your intestine - if you have a blockage in your intestine - if you have paralysis of the intestine (for example, your intestines may stop working due to intestinal surgery or severe infection) - if you have ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease or toxic megacolon If any of these applies to you, please talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse for further advice.
Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before taking Laxido Orange to treat faecal impaction, as prior to taking this medicine it should be confirmed that you have this condition. When taking Laxido Orange you should continue to take plenty of fluids. The fluid content of Laxido Orange should not replace your regular liquid intake. Other medicines and Laxido Orange Some medicines, e.g. anti-epileptics, may not work as effectively if they are taken at the same time as Laxido Orange. Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. You should not take any other medicines by mouth for one hour before and for one hour after taking Laxido Orange. If you need to thicken fluids in order to swallow them safely, Laxido Orange may counteract the effect of the thickener. Pregnancy and breast-feeding Laxido Orange can be taken during pregnancy and whilst breast-feeding. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Driving and using machines Laxido Orange has no effect on the ability to drive or use machines.
Storage Information
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and sachet. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. You should store unopened sachets below 25ºC. Do not use this medicine if you notice that any of the sachets is damaged. Reconstituted Laxido Orange solution can be covered and stored in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C), and should be used within six hours. After six hours, any unused solution should be discarded.
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