What is Movicol plain powder Used for?
Movicol plain powder is a laxative for the treatment of constipation in adults, adolescents and the elderly. Movicol plain powder should not be used for children below 12 years of age. Movicol plain powder can be purchased at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.
Composition of Movicol Plain Powder
Movicol Plain Powder contains Macrogol (polyethene glycol) as the active ingredient. Movicol Plain Powder sachet also contains other ingredients such as; sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride and potassium chloride.
How Does Movicol Plain Powder Work?
Macrogol is the main active ingredient contained in Movicol. Macrogol is a laxative that is taken or included in medicines for the treatment of constipation. Movicol plain powder helps you to have a comfortable bowel movement even if you have been constipated for a long time. It also works for very bad constipation called faecal impaction. It is available as Movicol sachets and also available as a ready-mixed solution or a liquid that needs to be diluted before drinking.
When do I need to take Movicol Plain Powder?
If you have any of the following symptoms, you may need to use a Movicol Sachet:
- You haven’t pooed at least three times in the last week
- The stool is frequently large and dry, hard, or lumpy.
- Having to strain or experience pain when passing the stool
Movicol Plain Powder Dosage
A dose of Movicol Plain is one sachet dissolved in 125 ml (1/4 pint) of water. Take this one to three times per day, depending on the severity of your constipation.
How to take Movicol plain Powder
- Take Movicol plain with or without food at any time.
- Dissolve the contents of one sachet in 125 ml (1/4 pint) of water and drink.
What are the Possible Side Effects of Movicol Plain Powder?
Possible side effects include;
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain (rumbles or aches)
- Bloating and wind (farting and burping)
- Nausea
- Sore bottom (anus)
How Quickly Does Movicol Plain Powder Work?
Movicol Plain Powder usually takes 1 to 2 days to trigger the first bowel movement.
For I Long Should Movicol Plain Powder be Used?
Movicol Plain treatment usually lasts about 2 weeks. Please consult your doctor if you need to take Movicol Plain for an extended period of time.
Where Can I Buy Movicol Plain Powder Online?
Buy Movicol Plain Powder online at the best price at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
