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4 Box FORLAX 10g Treatment Of Constipation from 8 years Kids & Adult 20 Sachets What is Forlax 10g?It is a pure isotonic solution that is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of constipation in adults and children aged 8 years and above. How Forlax works?Active ingredient:Macrogol (Polyethylene glycol) 4000 A large organic compound that has water-binding properties and cannot be absorbed by the body. 1. Forlax combines with water molecules during preparation.2. Forlax then binds to stools in the bowel to soften and hydrate the stools.3. The increased volume of stools activates the natural bowel movements.4. The softened stools are excreted easily. Why Use Forlax? Get bowel routine back on track Restores regular frequency of defecation by gently reactivating your bowel to work at its natural rhythm.Relief from painful bowel movements Softens and loosens the stools within 24 to 48 hours.Safe for you Does not cause fluid or electrolyte imbalance. No dependency issuesSafe for elderly, pregnant and lactating mothers. How to take Forlax?Forlax dissolves in water to form an orange-grapefruit flavoured solution. For smoother and more regular bowel movements, take: 1-2 Sachets per dayPreferably taken as a single dose in the morning DosageFor adults and children aged 8 years and over: 1 or 2 sachets per day, taken preferably in the morning.– The daily amount may be modified to achieve the desired result. Take 1 sachet every other day (for children, this is an ideal dosage) up to a maximum of 2 sachets in a single day.– Dissolve contents of sachet in at least 50 ml of water and drink immediately. Note– Children should not take this medicine for more than 3 months.– After taking Forlax, you can maintain healthy digestion with positive dietary and lifestyle changes.– If your symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Ingredients Active ingredient: Macrogol 4000 (10.00 g per sachet)Saccharin (E954), orange and grapefruit flavour (containing orange and grapefruit essential oils, concentrated orange juice, citral, acetaldehyde, linalool, ethyl butyrate, alpha-Terpineol, octanal, beta gamma hexenol, maltodextrin, gum arabic, sorbitol (E420), butylated hydroxyanisole (E320), sulphur dioxide (E220) Forlax is made as a whitish powder (with an orange and grapefruit taste and scent) for reconstitution as a drinkable solution. Precautions for Use – Very rarely, allergic reaction, causing rash or swelling of the face, has been reported in adults taking medicines containing macrogol (a form of polyethylene glycol).– Isolated cases of severe allergic reaction resulting in loss of consciousness or faintness (or feelings of faintness) have also been reported. If you develop any of the above symptoms, discontinue use immediately and seek urgent medical advice. This medicine may cause diarrhoea. Consult your doctor or pharmacist prior to use if you:– have impaired kidney or liver function; or– are taking diuretics (medicines that promote urine evacuation), or are elderly, due to a risk of drop in blood-sodium (salt) or blood-potassium levels. Contra-indications Do NOT use if you:– are allergic to macrogol (polyethylene glycol) or any of this medicine’s other ingredients (see above);– have an illness such as severe bowel disease;– have an inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease);– have a gastro-intestinal perforation, or are at risk of suffering a gastro-intestinal perforation;– have ileus, or a possible bowel obstruction; or– are experiencing abdominal pain of undetermined cause.