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Constipation (laxatives)

Macrogol

Also sold as: Movicol, Forlax

No prescription neededConstipation (laxatives)

Comes as:SachetPowder

Usual adult dose

Constipation (laxatives)

Macrogol

Also sold as: Movicol, Forlax

No prescription neededConstipation (laxatives)

Comes as:SachetPowder

Usual adult dose

Usual adult dose: 1 to 3 sachets a day, each dissolved in about 125 ml of water. It usually works within 1 to 3 days. Children: special paediatric sachets — ask your doctor.

Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.

Side effects

Common

bloating
wind
stomach cramps
nausea
loose stools

Serious — get help

Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:

severe diarrhoea with dizziness or weakness (dehydration
low salts)
severe allergic reaction

Do not take it, or take care, if

Bowel blockage or tear
Severe inflammatory bowel disease
Heart failure (sachets contain salts — use with caution)

Interactions

No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.

Pregnancy

Category C

A risk to the baby cannot be ruled out. Use only if your doctor says the benefit is greater than the risk.

Generic alternatives

Similar medicines your doctor or pharmacist may offer instead.

LactuloseNo prescription needed
Ispaghula huskNo prescription needed
SennaNo prescription needed

Check with my other medicines

Always follow your doctor or pharmacistThis page is general information, not a prescription. Do not start, stop or change a medicine on your own.