Macrogol beta plus electrolyte powder, 20 pcs

Macrogol beta plus electrolytes powder

Macrogol beta plus electrolytes is a medicine from the group of laxatives that is used to treat constipation in adults and adolescents aged 12 and over.It is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.This product is available without a prescription.The remedy helps to achieve pleasant bowel movements, even if the constipation has existed for a long time.

Mode of action

Macrogol beta plus electrolytes acts as a laxative and is suitable for the treatment of chronic constipation in adults and children aged 12 and over.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

One bag of Macrogol beta plus electrolytes contains the following active ingredients: 13.125 g Macrogol 3350, 0.351 g sodium chloride, 0.179 g sodium hydrogen carbonate and 0.047 g potassium chloride.The other ingredients include colloidal silicon dioxide, saccharin sodium, orange flavor and lemon-lime flavor.The flavors contain, among other things, flavorings, flavor extracts, maltodextrin, arabic gum and sorbitol.

Contraindications

The preparation must not be taken if you are hypersensitive to any of the active ingredients or other ingredients, have a perforated intestinal wall, have an intestinal blockage or have severe inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease or toxic megacolon.Please tell your doctor or pharmacy if this applies to you.

Dosage

The usual dose for constipation is one sachet 1 to 3 times daily for adults, children aged 12 and over and elderly patients.The duration of use should normally not be longer than two weeks.If constipation persists or certain illnesses occur, you may take it longer on the advice of your doctor, although the dose may be reduced.Overdose may cause severe pain, bloating, vomiting or diarrhea.In this case you should contact your doctor or pharmacy.If you forget to take a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember and continue using the prescribed dose.

Intake

Open the bag and pour the contents into a glass.Add about 125 ml of water and stir until the powder is completely dissolved.Then drink the solution.

Patient information

You should continue to drink enough fluids while taking it, as the liquid content of the preparation does not replace regular fluid intake.If you develop side effects such as swelling, shortness of breath, fatigue, dehydration or heart problems, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately.The preparation has no influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking.

Notes

This medicine contains 0.8 mg sorbitol per sachet.It also contains 188 mg of sodium per sachet, which is 9.4% of the maximum recommended daily sodium intake for an adult.The maximum recommended daily intake contains 564 mg of sodium, which is 28% of the recommended maximum daily sodium intake.Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you need three sachets daily for a long period of time, especially if you are on a low-salt diet.Keep the medicine out of the reach of small children.