Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm

Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm belongs to a class of drugs called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass.

Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm is a combination of four drugs, namely Polyethylene glycol, Potassium chloride, Sodium bicarbonate, and Sodium chloride. Polyethylene glycol draws water into the intestine and softens stools, making them easier to pass. Potassium chloride is essential for healthy organ functioning. Sodium bicarbonate works by suppressing high levels of acid in the stomach and helps to treat acidity and heartburn. Sodium chloride maintains sodium levels in the body. Together, Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm helps in relieving constipation.

Take Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience stomach pain, indigestion, mild diarrhoea, nausea, or vomiting. Most of these side effects of Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, inform your doctor before taking Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm. Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm. Do not take Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm in more than the recommended doses.

Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm contains Polyethylene glycol, Potassium chloride, Sodium bicarbonate and Sodium chloride. Polyethylene glycol draws water into the intestine and softens stools, making them easier to pass. Also, it works by cleaning stool from the gastrointestinal tract. Potassium chloride is essential for healthy organ functioning. Sodium bicarbonate works by suppressing high levels of acid in the stomach and helps to treat acidity and heartburn. Sodium chloride maintains sodium levels in the body. Together, Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm helps in comfortable bowel movement and provides relief from constipation.

• Stomach pain
• Indigestion
• Mild diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

If you are allergic to Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, inform your doctor before taking Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm. Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm. Do not take Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm in more than the recommended doses. Discard Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm after 30 days of first opening the bottle. Do not freeze or refrigerate Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm may interact with anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have faecal impaction (hardened stool stuck in the colon or rectum due to chronic constipation), blockage in the intestine, a perforated gut wall, toxic megacolon (widening of the large intestine), ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, inform your doctor before taking Movicol Sachet 13.81 gm. 

• PHENYTOIN
• CARBAMAZEPINE

• Try maintaining a balanced diet, which includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Stay hydrated, and drink enough water and fluids.
• Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
• Get enough sleep.
• 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 in which 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 large intestine's normal muscle contractions 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, and a lack of exercise.