Lax-Sachets Powder 13.72g x 30

Classification

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Active Ingredients

Each 13.72g Sachet Contains:

Sodium 186.9mg
Chloride 234.9mg
Potassium 26.4mg
Bicarbonate 129.6mg

On reconstitution in 125ml of water each sachet provides:

Sodium 1.5g/L (65mmol/L)
Chloride 1.9g/L (53mmol/L)
Potassium 1.5g/L (5.4mmol/L)
Bicarbonate 1.0g/L (17mmol/L)

Dosage

For constipation: Adults and children above 12 years, 1 sachet daily, increasing to 2 or 3 sachets daily in divided doses. Not recommended to be taken for more than 2 weeks.

For faecal impaction: Adults and children above 12 years, 8 sachets daily to be taken within 6 hours. Do not take for more than 3 days.

Warnings

Not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Drink plenty of water, increase fibre in diet except in cases of medication-induced constipation. Prolonged use of laxatives is undesirable and may lead to dependence. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.