Laxido Orange | 50 sachets

Laxido Orange contains macrogol 3350 and the electrolytes sodium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate and potassium chloride. Macrogol 3350 is a laxative used to treat constipation, especially in cases of prolonged constipation. It is also used to treat an accumulation of hard feces in your bowel, which can result from prolonged constipation (also called fecal impaction). Macrogol 3350 makes your stool softer and easier to remove, leading to relief from constipation. The electrolytes help maintain normal levels of sodium, potassium and water in your body during treatment for constipation.

Directions for use

Laxido Orange is a powder for drink and should be taken orally.

Dosage

• Constipation: The usual dose for constipation is one sachet to be taken 1-3 times a day.
• Fecal impaction: The usual dose for fecal impaction is eight sachets per day. All eight sachets should be taken within a six-hour period. If you have a heart condition, take up to two sachets (in 250 ml of water) within one hour period.

Composition

The active ingredients in Laxido Orange are macrogol 3350 (13.125 g), sodium chloride (350.7 mg), sodium hydrogen carbonate (178.5 mg) and potassium chloride (46.6 mg). The other substances in this drug are acesulfame potassium (E950) and orange flavoring (contains maltodextrin and propylene glycol (E1520)).

Warnings

Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before taking Laxido Orange for the treatment of fecal impaction, as you must be confirmed to have this condition before taking this medicine.

Possible side effects

Like any medicine, Laxido Orange can have side effects, although not everyone gets them. Side effects may include abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, indigestion, painful anus (rump), mild form of diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, bloated abdomen, rumbling in the stomach.

Storage instructions

Store unopened pouches below 25°C. The reconstituted solution containing Laxido Orange can be covered and stored in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) and should be used within six hours. After six hours, the unused solution should be discarded.

Frequently asked questions about Laxido Orange

How long does it take for Laxido Orange to work?

Treatment for constipation with Laxido Orange normally takes no longer than 2 weeks. For fecal impaction, treatment normally lasts no longer than 3 days.

What are Laxido Orange sachets used for?

Laxido Orange is used to treat constipation and fecal impaction.