General Product 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, it hydrates and bulks, softens, triggers natural movement in the bowel and lubricates the stool.
It provides effective relief from constipation and treatment of chronic constipation including treatment of medically diagnosed faecal impaction.
Key Features
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.
Warnings
Always read and follow the directions for use.
Do not take Movicol Lemon-Lime if your doctor has told you that you have:
Ingredients
Active ingredients and Quantities per sachet/per 125 mL after preparation Macrogol 3350 13.125 g Sodium bicarbonate 178.6 mg Sodium chloride 350.8 mg Potassium chloride 50.2 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 178.6 mg Sodium chloride 350.8 mg Potassium chloride 50.2 mg
