Description
OsmoLax Laxative Powder 510g
OsmoLax Laxative Powder 30 Dose 510g is a clinically proven osmotic laxative for effective relief of constipation. Osmolax contians Macrogol which assist on Constipation Relief. OsmoLax Laxative Powder comes in a 510g tub with a scoop, for adults and children from 4 years.
OsmoLax Laxative Powder works to restore the natural bowel rhythm by using orally taken fluids to hydrate and soften the stool so it's easier to pass. OsmoLax generally produces a bowel movement in 1 to 3 days.
OsmoLax is flavourless, free from salt and has no salty taste, so it can be mixed with any hot or cold beverage. OsmoLax Laxative Powder is sugar free and salt free, and contains no artificial flavours, colours or sweeters. With no salty taste, it can be mixed with any hot or cold drink. For adults and children over 4 years.
Pack Content:
- Size: 30x17g doses = 510g tub
Osmolax Features:
- Flavourless
- No salty taste - Salt free
- Sugar free
- Preservative free
- No artificial flavours, colours or sweeteners
- Gluten free
- Lactose free
- Yeast free
Warnings:
Do not take OsmoLax if you are allergic to macrogol (polyethylene glycol).
If you are pregnant, likely to become pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking other medications, check with your healthcare professional before taking OsmoLax.
Do not take OsmoLax if you have an instestinal obstruction, perforated gut wall, severe ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, toxic megacolon or kidney damage.
Prolonged use of laxatives of any kind is undesirable and may cause problems.
If you are pregnant, likely to become pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking other medications, check with your healthcare professional before taking OsmoLax.
Do not take OsmoLax if you have an instestinal obstruction, perforated gut wall, severe ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, toxic megacolon or kidney damage.
Prolonged use of laxatives of any kind is undesirable and may cause problems.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredients: Macrogol 3350 1g/g powder for solution
Directions:
For adults and children over the age of 12 years:
One level 17g measuring scoop mixed with 1 cup (approximately 240mL) of liquid once daily. This can be increased to a maximum of 2 doses of 17g daily, dependent on the severity of your constipation. For chronic constipation, the dose may be reduced to one 8.5g scoop mixed with ½ cup (approximately 120mL) of liquid daily, according to individual response.
For children aged 6 to 12 years:
The usual starting dose is two level 8.5g measuring scoops (or one 17g scoop), mixed with 1 cup (approximately 240mL) of liquid once daily. The dose should be adjusted up or down as required to produce regular soft stools. The maximum dose should not exceed three 8.5g scoops (equivalent to 25.5g) daily.
For children aged 4 to 5 years:
The usual starting dose is one level 8.5g measuring scoop, mixed with ½ cup (approximately 120mL) of liquid once daily. This can be increased to a maximum of two 8.5g scoops (equivalent to 17g) daily if required.
OsmoLax is not recommended for children under 4 years of age.
Directions for Use
Add OsmoLax powder (see dosage above) to any beverage (hot or cold), such as water, juice, soft drinks, coffee or tea. Stir until dissolved and then drink. If desired, the solution may be stored covered in the fridge. Discard any solution that is not used within 6 hours. Drink plenty of water. Increase fibre in the diet during treatment, except in cases of medication induced constipation (e.g. codeine).
One level 17g measuring scoop mixed with 1 cup (approximately 240mL) of liquid once daily. This can be increased to a maximum of 2 doses of 17g daily, dependent on the severity of your constipation. For chronic constipation, the dose may be reduced to one 8.5g scoop mixed with ½ cup (approximately 120mL) of liquid daily, according to individual response.
For children aged 6 to 12 years:
The usual starting dose is two level 8.5g measuring scoops (or one 17g scoop), mixed with 1 cup (approximately 240mL) of liquid once daily. The dose should be adjusted up or down as required to produce regular soft stools. The maximum dose should not exceed three 8.5g scoops (equivalent to 25.5g) daily.
For children aged 4 to 5 years:
The usual starting dose is one level 8.5g measuring scoop, mixed with ½ cup (approximately 120mL) of liquid once daily. This can be increased to a maximum of two 8.5g scoops (equivalent to 17g) daily if required.
OsmoLax is not recommended for children under 4 years of age.
Directions for Use
Add OsmoLax powder (see dosage above) to any beverage (hot or cold), such as water, juice, soft drinks, coffee or tea. Stir until dissolved and then drink. If desired, the solution may be stored covered in the fridge. Discard any solution that is not used within 6 hours. Drink plenty of water. Increase fibre in the diet during treatment, except in cases of medication induced constipation (e.g. codeine).
Storage Instructions:
- Store below 30°C
