Movicol (orange Flavour) Liquid 200 Ml

MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID 200 ML

MOVICOL (Orange Flavour) Liquid is an osmotic laxative designed to provide effective relief from chronic constipation and to treat faecal impaction in adults, adolescents, and the elderly (over 12 years of age). It works by drawing water into the bowel, which softens the stool and increases its volume, making it easier to pass and promoting comfortable bowel movements.

Name

• Brand Name: MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour, MOVICOL Orange Liquid
• Common Name: Macrogol 3350 with electrolytes concentrate for oral solution

Composition Each 25 ml of MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour concentrate contains the following active ingredients:

• Macrogol 3350: 13.125 g
• Sodium Chloride: 0.3507 g (350.7 mg)
• Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate: 0.1785 g (178.5 mg)
• Potassium Chloride: 0.0466 g (46.6 mg) The product also contains orange flavour, sweeteners (acesulfame potassium E950, sucralose E955), purified water, and preservatives including benzyl alcohol, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), and ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E214).

Uses MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour is prescribed for:

• Treatment of chronic constipation in adults, adolescents, and the elderly (over 12 years of age).
• Resolution of faecal impaction in adults and children over 12 years of age.

Dosage and Administration MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour is a concentrate and must be diluted before use.

• For Constipation (Adults, Adolescents, and Elderly): Measure 25 ml of the liquid concentrate using the provided dosing cup. Dilute this in 100 ml (about half a glass) of water. Stir well until evenly mixed and the solution is clear, then drink. This dose can be taken 1 to 3 times a day, depending on the severity of constipation and individual response. Treatment typically lasts about 2 weeks.
• For Faecal Impaction (Adults and Children over 12 years of age): Take 8 doses of 25 ml daily, each diluted in 100 ml of water. This should be consumed within a 6-hour period, and a course of treatment for faecal impaction does not normally exceed 3 days. If you have a heart condition, do not take more than two doses in any one hour.
• MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour can be taken at any time, with or without food.
• It is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Side Effects Like all medicines, MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

• Common Side Effects: Indigestion, stomach ache and rumbles, bloating, wind (flatulence), feeling sick (nausea) or vomiting, and mild diarrhoea (which may improve with a reduced dose). Soreness of the anus may also occur.
• Serious Side Effects (Seek immediate medical attention): Serious allergic reactions causing difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. Other allergic reactions may include skin rash, itching, reddening of the skin, nettle rash, swollen hands, feet, or ankles, and headache.
• Electrolyte imbalances such as high and low levels of potassium in the blood have also been reported.

Precautions

• Contraindications: Do not take MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour if you have a blockage in your intestine (gut obstruction, ileus), a perforated gut wall, severe inflammatory bowel disease (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, or toxic megacolon), or an allergy to macrogol or any other ingredients.
• Fluid Intake: When taking MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour, it is important to continue to drink plenty of fluids. The fluid content of MOVICOL should not replace your regular liquid intake.
• Other Medicines: Some medicines, such as anti-epileptics, may not work as effectively during use with MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour. You should not take any other medicines by mouth together with MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour, and for one hour before and one hour after taking it.
• Pregnancy and Breast-feeding: MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour can generally be taken during pregnancy and while breast-feeding, but it is advisable to consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice before use.
• Excipients: This medicine contains ethyl parahydroxybenzoate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, alcohol (ethanol), benzyl alcohol, and sodium. Patients on a low-salt diet should note the sodium content. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions, and caution is advised in patients with liver or kidney disease, or in pregnancy/breastfeeding due to potential accumulation.
• Children: MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Alternative MOVICOL Junior products are available for children.
• Dehydration: Excessive diarrhoea can lead to dehydration. If this occurs, stop taking MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour and drink plenty of fluids.

Storage

• Store the bottle at room temperature, below 30°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
• Discard any remaining product 30 days after first opening the bottle.
• Once diluted with water, the solution should be kept covered. Any diluted solution not used within a 24-hour period should be discarded.
• Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.

What is MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID used for?

MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID is a laxative primarily used for the treatment of chronic constipation in adults, adolescents, and the elderly. It is also effective in resolving faecal impaction, which is severe constipation with faecal loading in the rectum and/or colon, as diagnosed by a doctor. The medicine is an oral solution concentrate containing macrogol 3350 (polyethylene glycol), sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, and potassium chloride.

How does MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID work?

MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID acts as an osmotic laxative. Its main active ingredient, macrogol 3350, works by drawing water into the intestines. This increases the stool volume and softens its consistency, making it easier and more comfortable to pass. The electrolytes (sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride) help maintain the body's fluid and electrolyte balance.

What is the usual dosage for MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID?

For adults, adolescents, and the elderly with chronic constipation, the usual starting dose is 25 ml of the liquid concentrate, diluted in 100 ml of water, taken 1 to 3 times daily, depending on individual response and the severity of constipation. For faecal impaction, the dose is typically 8 doses of 25 ml daily, taken within 6 hours, for up to 3 days. Each 25 ml dose must be diluted with 100 ml of water before consumption. MOVICOL Liquid Orange Flavour is not recommended for children below 12 years of age; alternative Movicol products are available for children.

What are the possible side effects of MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID?

Like all medicines, MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID can cause side effects, though not everyone experiences them. Common side effects can include indigestion, stomach ache, stomach rumbling, bloating, wind (flatulence), feeling sick (nausea), vomiting, or soreness around the anus. Mild diarrhea may occur, especially when starting treatment, which usually improves with a dose reduction. More serious, but rare, side effects can include allergic reactions such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, skin rash, itching, reddening of the skin, nettle rash, swollen hands, feet, or ankles, and headache. Electrolyte disturbances, such as high or low levels of potassium in the blood, have also been reported. If you experience a serious allergic reaction, stop taking the medicine and seek immediate medical attention.

Is MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

MOVICOL Liquid Orange flavour can generally be taken during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, as systemic exposure to macrogol 3350 is negligible. However, if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medication. Caution is advised for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals with kidney or liver impairment due to the benzyl alcohol content.

Can MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID be taken with other medications?

MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID has the potential to interact with other medications by altering their absorption due to an increased gastrointestinal transit rate. There have been isolated reports of certain medicines, such as anti-epileptics, being less effective when taken with Movicol. It is generally recommended not to take any other oral medications together with MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID, and for one hour before and one hour after taking it. If you need to thicken fluids for safe swallowing, Movicol may counteract the effect of starch-based thickeners. Always tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you are taking, including prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal supplements.

What precautions should be taken?

It is important to continue to drink plenty of fluids while taking MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID, as the fluid content of Movicol should not replace your regular liquid intake. Do not take this medicine if you have a blockage in your intestine (gut obstruction, ileus), a perforated gut wall, severe inflammatory bowel disease (like ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, or toxic megacolon), or an allergy to any of its ingredients. If you have a heart condition, do not take more than two doses within any one hour, especially when treating faecal impaction. MOVICOL Liquid Orange Flavour contains sodium, which should be considered if you are on a controlled sodium diet.

What happens if a dose is missed?

If you miss a dose of MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

How should it be stored?

Store MOVICOL (ORANGE FLAVOUR) LIQUID at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze it. The product should be discarded 30 days after first opening the bottle. Once diluted with water, any unused solution should be kept covered and discarded within 6 hours (or 24 hours if stored in a refrigerator for children's doses). Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.