Malfree-D Powder belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful and hard to pass. Symptoms include incomplete bowel movements, and dry, hard stools, which are difficult to pass.

Malfree-D Powder contains Lactitol, Inulin, and Isabgol. Lactitol augments osmotic pressure in the colon; this increases the water content in the stool and stool volume. Inulin supports the growth of bacteria, which improves bowel function and general health. Isabgol absorbs water in the gastrointestinal tract to form a mucilaginous mass which increases stool volume and promotes muscle contractions. Thereby, Malfree-D Powder helps treat constipation.

Take Malfree-D Powder as advised by the doctor. In some cases, Malfree-D Powder may cause common side effects, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain/cramps, and abdominal discomfort. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take Malfree-D Powder for more than a week unless advised by the doctor, as it might cause dependency on Malfree-D Powder for a bowel movement. Talk to your doctor if you notice any sudden changes in bowel habits that persist for over two weeks. Malfree-D Powder should be given to children only if recommended by the doctor.

Malfree-D Powder belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Malfree-D Powder contains Lactitol, Inulin, and Isabgol. Lactitol is an osmotic laxative that augments osmotic pressure in the colon; this increases the water content in the stool and stool volume. Inulin is prebiotic which supports the growth of bacteria that improves bowel function and general health. Isabgol is a bulk-forming laxative that absorbs water in the gastrointestinal tract to form a mucilaginous mass which increases stool volume and promotes muscle contractions. Thereby, Malfree-D Powder helps treat constipation.

• Abdominal pain/cramps
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal discomfort

Do not take Malfree-D Powder if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have severe dehydration, intestinal blockage, appendicitis, blocked bowel, inflammation of the intestines or severe abdominal pain with vomiting, nausea, and/or fever. Do not take Malfree-D Powder for more than a week unless advised by the doctor, as it might cause dependency on Malfree-D Powder for a bowel movement; talk to your doctor if constipation lasts for more than a week. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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• Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.

• Stay hydrated, and drink enough water and fluids.

• Exercise regularly, and stay fit.

• Get enough sleep.

• Try making time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.

• Eat food rich in fibre, such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs) and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The stools are often dry, painful and hard to pass. Constipation is a condition in which the person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. However, bowel patterns may vary from person to person. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, lack of exercise, loss of tone of the bowel muscles in older people, or having to stay in bed for a longer duration.