What is Replens?

Replens gel is a vaginal moisturiser used to relieve vaginal dryness immediately and alleviate vaginal itching, burning and pain, and also replenishes vaginal moisture. The gel is free from oestrogens, hormones and fragrances vaginal use, as it does not cause skin irritation or sensitivity. The unique formula of Replens gel allows it to provide relief for up to three days of long-lasting comfort in one application.

Vaginal dryness is common for various reasons, including;

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  
• Menopause
• Stress, anxiety or neurological factors
• Radiotherapy or chemotherapy

Vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness is a prevalent condition that affects many women, including itching, irritation, discomfort, and painful sex.

How do I use Replens Vaginal Moisturiser?

Apply once every 3 days, preferably in the morning. Applied Internally just 3 times a week, Replens provides continuous moisture and comfort.

Note: If symptoms worsen, do not improve or new symptoms develop after using Replens gel then discontinue using the gel and consult your doctor.

What are Paracetamol Soluble Tablets?

Paracetamol soluble tablets are used to treat minor conditions, ranging from mild to moderate pain and fever. It can be used to relieve symptoms of period pain, toothache, headache, sore throat, aches and pains and symptoms of colds and flu. This medication is suitable for adults and children over the age of 12.

These tablets are dissolved and drank, making them perfect for those who struggle to swallow solid tablets.

How to take Paracetamol Soluble Tablets

• Do not take more than the recommended dose
• If you need to use this medicine for more than three days at a time, see your doctor

Adults and children over 16:

• The usual dose of paracetamol is 2 effervescent tablets
• Dissolve the effervescent tablets in a full glass of water before taking
• Wait at least 4 hours before taking another dose
• Do not take more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period

Children aged 10 to 15 years:

• Take one tablet every four to six hours when necessary to a maximum of four doses in 24 hours. 

Use in children:

• Paracetamol 500mg Soluble Tablets should not be given to children under 10 years of age. 

What do Paracetamol Soluble Tablets contain?

The active substance is paracetamol. Each tablet contains 500mg of paracetamol. 

What are Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets?

Laxido Orange contains macrogol 3350 and the electrolytes sodium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate and potassium chloride. Macrogol 3350 is a laxative used for the treatment of constipation, especially if you have been constipated for a long time. It is also used to treat a build-up of hard faeces in your bowel which may be a result of long-term constipation (this is known as faecal impaction).

Macrogol 3350 makes your faeces softer and easier to pass, giving you relief from constipation. The electrolytes help to maintain your body’s normal levels of sodium, potassium and water while you are being treated for constipation.

How to use Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse have told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are not sure. Laxido Orange should be taken orally.

Laxido Orange is a laxative for the treatment of constipation and faecal impaction in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly. 

Constipation:

The usual dose for constipation is one sachet taken one to three times daily. 

Faecal impaction:

The usual dose for faecal impaction is eight sachets daily. All eight sachets must be taken within a six hour period. If you have a heart condition, do not take more than two sachets (in 250ml of water) in any one hour.

How to mix:

Laxido Orange should be made up by dissolving the contents of one sachet in a glass of water (125ml or a quarter pint). Stir well until all the powder has dissolved. If you are being treated for faecal impaction, you can dissolve the contents of all eight sachets together in a large container (in one litre of water).

Duration of treatment for Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free

Constipation:

The course of treatment for constipation does not normally last longer than 2 weeks. Your treatment may last for longer than two weeks if you have ongoing constipation, or a disease that causes constipation (such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis), or if you are taking other regular medicines that can cause constipation. In these cases, your doctor may reduce your dose to one sachet taken one or two times daily.

Faecal impaction:

The course of treatment for faecal impaction does not normally last longer than 3 days

Note: 

- This medication should NOT be taken for more than 5 days without medical supervision. 

- This medication is for short term use only. 

- This medication does NOT help with weight loss.

What do Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets contain

The active substances are macrogol 3350 (13.125g), sodium chloride (350.7mg), sodium hydrogen carbonate (178.5mg) and potassium chloride (46.6mg). The other ingredients are acesulfame potassium (E950) and orange flavour (containing maltodextrin and propylene glycol (E1520).

What is Earol Olive Oil Spray

Earol® spray has a simple yet unique delivery system capable of delivering a discrete unit dose of Olive Oil into the outer ear, enhancing the ease of use, reducing over-application and significantly reducing spillage/mess.

How to use Earol Olive Oil Spray

1 or 2 applications of Earol® twice daily for 4 or 5 days before consultation for wax removal.

What does Earol Olive Oil Spray contain

Olive Oil

What are Anusol Suppositories?

Anusol Suppositories help to relieve the swelling, itch and irritation of internal piles (haemorrhoids) and other related conditions, such as anal itching. It contains the following ingredients:

• Zinc oxide and Bismuth salts are mildly astringent and antiseptic. They soothe and protect raw areas.
• Balsam Peru is mildly antiseptic and has a protective action on sore areas and may help healing.

What are piles?

Piles (haemorrhoids) are swollen blood vessels which occur inside or outside the back passage (anus).

Some people have piles without experiencing any symptoms, but sufferers may notice the following:

• Bleeding: Although streaks of bright red blood on the toilet paper are not uncommon in people with piles, it may be a sign of a more serious condition and you should see your doctor to check this.
• Swelling: The swollen blood vessels may be felt as a lump or blockage in the anus.
• Pain, itching and irritation in the anal region.

At least 40% of people suffer from piles at some time in their lives. However, many people are too embarrassed to seek advice or treatment and, as a result, experience unnecessary discomfort.

Fortunately, there is much you can do to ease the situation and relieve the symptoms.

What causes piles?

Several factors can contribute to the development of piles:

• The most common cause is straining during a bowel movement, usually because of constipation.
• During pregnancy, the growing baby exerts increased pressure on the anal vessels, which can lead to piles.
• Heredity: you may be more likely to develop piles if your family has a history of suffering.

A Healthy Living Plan for Piles Sufferers

You can reduce the risk of piles by following a healthy diet and lifestyle that helps to keep your bowels working regularly and prevents constipation. This can also help to speed recovery from piles.

• Eat a high fibre diet including foods like brown rice, wholemeal bread, wholewheat pasta etc.
• Eat plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables, and salads.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Don't eat too much salty, fatty, or sugary foods such as crisps, burgers, and cakes.
• Cut back on the amount of alcohol, tea, and coffee you drink.
• Exercise regularly.

A healthy diet and lifestyle will reduce the likelihood of constipation and encourage a regular bowel habit. Go to the toilet regularly and try to avoid straining. Leaning forward from the hips may help.

How to use Anusol Suppositories

Anusol Suppositories should be inserted into the anus

• Wash anal area and dry gently with a soft towel before using this medicine.
• Remove plastic cover from the suppository before use.
• Wash your hands before and after using Anusol.
• The suppository will melt after insertion.

Adults and the elderly: Insert one suppository into the back passage (anus) far enough so that it doesn't slip out, at night, in the morning and after each bowel movement.

What do Anusol Suppositories contain?

The active substances are per 100 g: Zinc oxide 296 mg, Bismuth subgallate 59 mg, Balsam Peru 49 mg, Bismuth oxide 24 mg.

What are A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets

Echinaforce Echinacea tablets are a traditional herbal remedy used for the symptomatic relief of colds, influenza-type infections and similar upper respiratory tract conditions. Always read the leaflet. Echinaforce tablets leaflet.

Echinaforce Echinacea is made from fresh extracts of Echinacea purpurea herb (95%) and root (5%). It is available as drops (tincture in 15ml, 50ml & 100ml bottles) and tablets (42 tablets & 120 tablets).

Echinacea is a plant native to America but is now cultivated extensively in Europe. The plants which go into our product are grown organically in Switzerland at our herb farms.

Up to 10 species of Echinacea have been identified, but only three (E. purpurea, E. angustifolia and E. pallida) are used medicinally. Echinacea purpurea is considered to be the one which has been most widely researched, and this is the species we use.

Our Echinacea is produced using extracts of freshly harvested, organically grown Echinacea purpurea herb and root, picked fresh and used within 24 hours of harvest. The benefit of using freshly harvested herbs has been demonstrated in research - extracts produced from new plants contain almost three times as many active substances as those obtained from equivalent amounts of dried herb.

How to take A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets

A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea tablets may be used by adults and children over the age of 12 years to relieve the symptoms of colds and flu.

Adults, elderly and children over 12 years: Two tablets, 2 to 3 times daily.

This remedy is for oral use only.

• Do not take more than the recommended dose. Taking too much (overdose) is unlikely to be harmful.
• For oral use
• Not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age
• Start at the first signs of the common cold. Please do not use it for more than ten days
• If symptoms worsen during the product use or persist for more than ten days, a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted.

What do A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets contain

One tablet contains 380 mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L) Moench herb (1:7.5-14.6) and 20 mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L) Moench root (1:7.1-12.5)—extraction solvent: ethanol 65% v/v.

The other ingredients used for the tablet are potato starch, magnesium stearate and lactose.

What is Galpharm Cold Sore Cream

Cold Sore Cream is a smooth off-white cream for application to the lips and face. It contains aciclovir which belongs to a group of medicines called antivirals.

This cream is used for the treatment of cold sores (Herpes simplex virus infections); it slows the growth of the virus and speeds the healing of cold sore blisters.

How to use Galpharm Cold Sore Cream

It is best to apply the product as soon as possible after the start of the infection.

For application to the surface of the skin only:

• Wash your hands thoroughly before use.
• Apply a thin layer of the cream to the infected area and the skin immediately next to it, 5 times a day at intervals of about 4 hours. Take care not to rub the infected skin any more than you need to.
• Wash your hands again, to avoid spreading the infection.
• Use the cream for up to 5 days. If the infection has not healed after this time, you can continue to use it for a further 5 days

What does Galpharm Cold Sore Cream contain

The active substance is aciclovir and the cream contains 50 mg in every 1 g (5%).

The other ingredients are stearoyl macrogolglycerides, dimeticone, cetyl alcohol, liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin, propylene glycol and purified water (see end of Section 2 for further information).

What are DulcoEase Stool Softener 100mg Capsules?

DulcoEase contains the active substance docusate sodium. This medicine is a laxative. It belongs to a group of medicines called 'stool softeners'. DulcoEase is used to treat constipation in adults and children 12 years and over.

How does DulcoEase work?

DulcoEase softens the stools (faeces).

• It does this by increasing the amount of water within the stools (faeces)
• This makes your bowel movements easier.

It helps you when:

• You are constipated
• You have piles
• You have a tear in the lining of your anus (anal fissure)

What is constipation?

Healthy and regular bowel movements are essential for most people. However, what is 'normal and regular' varies from person to person. Some may have a bowel movement every day, others less often. Whatever it is like for you, your bowel movement should have a regular pattern.

• Constipation is an occasional problem for some people - for others, it may happen more often.
• Constipation happens when the typical muscle actions in the bowel slow down.

The cause of constipation is often not known.

It can be linked with:

• Pregnancy
• Lack of exercise
• A sudden change in diet
• A diet with not enough fibre
• Having to stay in bed for a long time
• Medicines such as morphine or codeine
• Loss of 'tone' of the bowel muscles in older people

Whatever the cause, constipation can be uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy or generally 'off-colour'. Sometimes it causes headaches.

Try these healthy tips to help prevent constipation happening:

• Eat a balanced diet, including fresh fruit and vegetables.
• Drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated
• Keep up your exercise and stay fit.
• Make time to empty your bowels when your body tells you.

How to take DulcoEase Stool Softener 100mg Capsules

Adults and children 12 years and over

• The recommended dose is to start with one capsule 3 times a day. Then take more or less if you need to
• Do not take more than one capsule 5 times a day.
• Swallow each capsule whole with water.

Do not give DulcoEase to children under 12 years of age.

You should feel more comfortable within 1 to 2 days of treatment.

Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you end up taking DulcoEase every day.

What do DulcoEase Stool Softener 100mg Capsules contain? 

The active substance is docusate sodium. Each capsule contains 100 mg of docusate sodium.

What are Colpermin IBS Relief Capsules?

Colpermin IBS Relief Capsules are an antispasmodic which is used to relieve spasms and cramps which occur in the large bowel in Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The capsules contain peppermint oil, which relaxes the spasm of the bowel wall. This relieves pain and allows pockets of gas, which may have made you feel bloated, to pass along the bowel and out of the body.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a condition in which there is pain, spasm and bloating at almost any point between the groin, the navel and the sides, sometimes accompanied by diarrhoea and constipation. The symptoms may be more noticeable when you are feeling stressed and anxious.

How to take Colpermin IBS Relief Capsules

Adults and children 15 years and over: Take one capsule three times a day. If symptoms are severe, the dose can be increased to two capsules taken three times a day.

• Do not take capsules immediately after food.
• The capsules should be taken until symptoms are resolved, normally within one to two weeks. Treatment can be continued for longer periods of between two to three months, when symptoms are more persistent.
• If you experience new symptoms or worsening of existing symptoms, consult your doctor.
  

What do Colpermin IBS Relief Capsules contain

The active ingredient is Peppermint oil 0.2 ml.

Other ingredients are: Gelatin, colloidal silica, titanium dioxide (E171), indigotine (E132), Eudragit L, Eudragit S, triethyl citrate, ammonia, monostearin, polyethyleneglycol 4000,

What is Anusol Natural Cream

AnuSol natural cream contains a rich combination of natural ingredients, including cooling Menthol, comforting Witch Hazel, and soothing organic Aloe Vera and Calendula. The unique formulation is designed to provide instant cooling relief from discomfort caused by anal itching.

Fast & Effective

• Alcohol-Free
• Rapidly absorbed & instant cooling
• Soothes irritation & itching
• Helps bring comfort
• Non-sticky & does not leave stains
• Vegan friendly

Clinically and Dermatologically Tested

Paraben free.

How to use Anusol Natural Cream

After gentle cleansing and drying, apply freely to the external affected anal area at night, in the morning and after each bowel movement, and whenever you feel itching or discomfort.

Suitable for: Adults, children from 12 years, and during pregnancy & breast-feeding.

What does Anusol Natural Cream contain

Witch Hazel Water, Calendula Extract, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, Ginger Extract, Menthol.

What is Blistex MedPlus Lip Repair Lip Balm with SPF15

When your lips are in need of some added TLC, treat them to Blistex. Blistex MedPlus is a lip balm full of ingredients that your lips will love! Restore your lips with our unique blend of nourishing Jojoba Oil, conditioning Cocoa Butter and soothing Menthol. Your lips will also be protected all year round thanks to its SPF 15 protection. Gently apply Blistex MedPlus evenly over your lips and re-apply as little or often as required. Come rain or shine, this restoring lip balm will help soothe and nourish distressed lips. If you like Blistex MedPlus, why not treat your lips to Blistex Ultra SPF 50+ to help protect your lips when you're outside?

How to use Blistex MedPlus Lip Repair Lip Balm with SPF15

Gently massage all over your lips every day. Re-apply as often as you like, especially if you’re out and about in dry, cold or sunny weather.

What does Blistex MedPlus Lip Repair Lip Balm with SPF15 contain

Lanolin, hydrogenated coconut oil, cera alba, ricinus communis (castor) seed oil, homosalate, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, ethylhexyl salicylate, stearyl alcohol, hydrogenated castor oil, camphor, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, menthol, vitis vinifera (grape) seed oil, arachidyl alcohol, arachidyl glucoside, behenyl alcohol, benzyl alcohol, beta-carotene, butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter, daucus carota sativa (carrot) root extract, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, eugenia caryophyllus (clove) flower oil, eugenol, glycine soja (soybean) oil, limonene, menthoxypropanediol, menthyl lactate, methyl salicylate, parfum, saccharin, tocopherol, zea mays (corn) oil.

What Is E45 Psoriasis Cream 50ml

For treatment and prevention of psoriasis and dermatitis symptoms.
Scientifically proven to treat symptoms of psoriasis.

• Reduces scaling, itching, redness, roughness & hardening of the skin
• Steroid free
• Suitable for long-term use

How To Use E45 Psoriasis Cream

Unless otherwise prescribed by your healthcare provider, E45 Psoriasis Cream should be gently massaged three times a day or as often as needed on the affected areas of the skin. 

What Does E45 Psoriasis Cream Contain

Ectoin®, Aqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Urea, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Glycerin, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Lecithin, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Triacetin

What are Dulcolax Tablets?

Dulcolax Tablets are used for the short-term relief of occasional constipation. Dulcolax Tablets contain bisacodyl and belong to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives, which increase bowel movements. This medicine does not help with weight loss.

What is constipation?

Healthy and regular bowel movements are essential for most people. However, what is 'normal and regular' varies from person to person. Some may have a bowel movement every day, others less often. Whatever it is like for you, your bowel movement should have a regular pattern.

• Constipation is an occasional problem for some people. For others, it may happen more often.
• It happens when the typical muscle actions in the bowel (large intestine) slow down. This can mean that material is not easily eliminated from the body

The cause of constipation is often not known. It can be associated with:

• A sudden change in diet
• A diet with not enough fibre
• Not drinking enough fluids.
• Loss of 'tone' of the bowel muscles in older people
• Pregnancy
• Medicines such as morphine or codeine
• Having to stay in bed for a long time
• Lack of exercise

Whatever the cause, constipation can be uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy or generally 'off-colour'. Sometimes it causes headaches.

It is recommended to use changes in diet and bulk forming medicines to control constipation before using this medicine.

These healthy tips are recommended to try to prevent constipation happening:

• Eat a balanced diet including fresh fruit and vegetables
• Drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated
• Keep up your exercise and stay fit
• Make time to empty your bowels when your body tells you

How to take Dulcolax Tablets

For constipation: Adults (including the elderly):

1 to 2 tablets at night.

• Swallow the tablets whole with water. The tablets should not be chewed or crushed.
• Milk, antacids or proton pump inhibitors (medicines which reduce stomach acid) should not be taken within one hour before or after taking Dulcolax Tablets. This is because they will stop the Dulcolax Tablets from working correctly.

If you have not taken Dulcolax Tablets before, start with one tablet and increase to two if necessary. When your bowel regularity has returned to normal, the dose can usually be stopped.

Note: 

- This medication should NOT be taken for more than 5 days without medical supervision. 

- This medication is for short term use only. 

- This medication does NOT help with weight loss.

Length of treatment

These tablets should not be taken every day for more than 5 days. If you need laxatives every day, then you should see your doctor to find the cause of your constipation. Overuse can be harmful.

What do Dulcolax Tablets contain?

Each tablet contains 5 mg of bisacodyl as the active ingredient.

What are Movicol Sachets?

Movicol Plain helps you to have a comfortable bowel movement even if you have been constipated for a long time. Movicol Plain also works in very bad constipation called faecal impaction.

The name of this medicine is Movicol Plain 13.7g sachet, powder for oral solution. It is a laxative for the treatment of constipation in adults, adolescents and elderly. It is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

How to take Movicol Sachets

• This medicine can be taken at any time with or without food.
• Dissolve the content of each sachet in 125 ml (1/4 pint) of water and drink.

For Constipation:

• A dose of Movicol Plain is 1 sachet dissolved in 125 ml (1/4 pint) of water.
• Take this 1 –3 times a day according to the severity of your constipation.

For Faecal impaction:

• Before you take Movicol Plain for faecal impaction, it should be confirmed that you have this condition.
• A dose of 8 sachets a day of Movicol Plain is needed for the treatment of faecal impaction. Each sachet dissolved in 125 ml (1/4 pint) of water. The 8 sachets should be taken within 6 hours for up to 3 days if required. If you have a heart condition, do not take more than 2 sachets in any one hour.

How to mix:

• Open the sachet and pour the contents into a glass. Add about 125ml or ¼ pint of water to the glass. Stir well until all the powder has dissolved and the Movicol Plain solution is clear or slightly hazy, then drink it. If you are taking Movicol Plain for faecal impaction it may be easier to dissolve 8 sachets in 1 litre of water.

How long should I take Movicol for?

For Constipation:

• Treatment with Movicol Plain usually lasts for about 2 weeks. If you need to take Movicol Plain for longer, please see your doctor. If your constipation is caused by an illness such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis (MS), or if you take medicines that cause constipation your doctor may recommend that you take Movicol Plain for longer than 2 weeks. If you need to take Movicol Plain for longer, please see your doctor.
• Usually, for long term treatment, the dose can be lowered to either 1 or 2 sachets a day.

For Faecal impaction:

• Treatment with Movicol Plain can be for up to 3 days.

Note: 

- This medication should NOT be taken for more than 5 days without medical supervision. 

- This medication is for short term use only. 

- This medication does NOT help with weight loss.

What do Movicol Sachets contain

Each 13.7 g sachet of Movicol Plain contains the following:

• Macrogol 3350 13.125 g
• Sodium Chloride 0.3508 g
• Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate 0.1786 g
• Potassium Chloride 0.0502 g

When it is made into a drink with 125 millilitres of water, each sachet gives the equivalent of:

• Sodium 65 millimoles/litre
• Chloride 53 millimoles/litre
• Potassium 5.4 millimoles/litre
• Hydrogen Carbonate 17 millimoles/litre

What are Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets?

Laxido Orange contains macrogol 3350 and the electrolytes sodium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate and potassium chloride. Macrogol 3350 is a laxative used for the treatment of constipation, especially if you have been constipated for a long time. It is also used to treat a build-up of hard faeces in your bowel which may be a result of long-term constipation (this is known as faecal impaction).

Macrogol 3350 makes your faeces softer and easier to pass, giving you relief from constipation. The electrolytes help to maintain your body’s normal levels of sodium, potassium and water while you are being treated for constipation.

How to use Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse have told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are not sure. Laxido Orange should be taken orally.

Laxido Orange is a laxative for the treatment of constipation and faecal impaction in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly. 

Constipation:

The usual dose for constipation is one sachet taken one to three times daily. 

Faecal impaction:

The usual dose for faecal impaction is eight sachets daily. All eight sachets must be taken within a six hour period. If you have a heart condition, do not take more than two sachets (in 250ml of water) in any one hour.

How to mix:

Laxido Orange should be made up by dissolving the contents of one sachet in a glass of water (125ml or a quarter pint). Stir well until all the powder has dissolved. If you are being treated for faecal impaction, you can dissolve the contents of all eight sachets together in a large container (in one litre of water).

Duration of treatment for Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free

Constipation:

The course of treatment for constipation does not normally last longer than 2 weeks. Your treatment may last for longer than two weeks if you have ongoing constipation, or a disease that causes constipation (such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis), or if you are taking other regular medicines that can cause constipation. In these cases, your doctor may reduce your dose to one sachet taken one or two times daily.

Faecal impaction:

The course of treatment for faecal impaction does not normally last longer than 3 days

Note: 

- This medication should NOT be taken for more than 5 days without medical supervision. 

- This medication is for short term use only. 

- This medication does NOT help with weight loss.

What do Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets contain

The active substances are macrogol 3350 (13.125g), sodium chloride (350.7mg), sodium hydrogen carbonate (178.5mg) and potassium chloride (46.6mg). The other ingredients are acesulfame potassium (E950) and orange flavour (containing maltodextrin and propylene glycol (E1520).

What is Dulcolax Pico Liquid Laxative (Sodium Picosulfate) 5mg/5ml Oral Solution?

Dulcolax Pico Liquid Laxative Oral Solution is used for the relief of short-term occasional constipation. Dulcolax Pico Liquid contains sodium picosulfate and belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives, which increase bowel movements. This medicine does not help with weight loss.

What is constipation?

Normal and regular bowel movement is important for most people. However, what is 'normal and regular' varies from person to person. Some may have a bowel movement every day, others less often. Whatever it is like for you, it is best that your bowel movement has a regular pattern.

Constipation is an occasional problem for some people. For others, it may happen more often. It happens when the normal muscle actions in the bowel (large intestine) slow down. This can mean that material is not easily eliminated from the body.

The cause of constipation is often not known. It can be associated with:

• A sudden change in diet
• A diet with not enough fibre
• Not drinking enough fluid
• Loss of 'tone' of the bowel muscles in older people
• Pregnancy
• Medicines such as morphine or codeine
• Having to stay in bed for a long time
• Lack of exercise

Whatever the cause, constipation can be uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy or generally 'off-colour'.

Sometimes it causes headaches. It is recommended to use changes in diet and bulk forming medicines to control constipation before using this medicine

These healthy tips are recommended to try to prevent constipation happening:

• Eat a balanced diet including fresh fruit and vegetables
• Drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated
• Keep up your exercise and stay fit
• Make time to empty your bowels when your body tells you

How to use Dulcolax Pico Liquid Laxative (Sodium Picosulfate) 5mg/5ml Oral Solution

Adults and children over 12 years: one to two 5 ml spoonfuls at night.

This should not be used in children and adolescents under the age of 12 years.

If you have not taken Dulcolax Pico Liquid before, start with one 5 ml spoonful and increase to two if necessary. When your bowel regularity has returned to normal, the dose can usually be stopped.

What does Dulcolax Pico Liquid Laxative (Sodium Picosulfate) 5mg/5ml Oral Solution contain

Each 5 ml contains 5 mg of sodium picosulfate (present as sodium picosulfate monohydrate) as the active ingredient.

What are Dulcolax Laxative Suppositories

Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories are used for the short-term relief of occasional constipation. Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories contain bisacodyl which belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives, which increase bowel movements. This medicine does not help with weight loss.

What is constipation?

Normal and regular bowel movement is important for most people. However, what is “normal and regular” varies from person to person. Some may have a bowel movement every day, others less often. Whatever it is like for you, it is best that your bowel movement has a regular pattern.

• Constipation is an occasional problem for some people; for others, it may happen more often
• It happens when the normal muscle actions in the bowel (large intestine) slow down. This can mean that the material is not easily eliminated from the body

The cause of constipation is often not known. It can be associated with:

• A sudden change in diet
• A diet with not enough fibre
• Not drinking enough fluids
• Loss of ‘tone’ of the bowel muscles in older people
• Pregnancy
• Medicines such as morphine or codeine
• Having to stay in bed for a long time
• Lack of exercise

How to use Dulcolax Laxative Suppositories

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your pharmacist if you are not sure

If this medicine is from your doctor or pharmacist, do exactly as they have told you. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. If you do not understand the instructions, or if you are not sure, ask your pharmacist or doctor

As with all laxatives, Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories should not be used every day for more than 5 days. If you need laxatives every day, or if you have abdominal pain which does not go away, you should see your doctor

How to use the suppositories

The suppositories should only be used in your back passage.

• Take off the foil wrapping
• Lie on one side and pull your knees up towards your chest. Keep one leg drawn up more than the other
• Use your first finger (index finger) or middle finger to push in the suppository
• Gently push the suppository as far as possible into your back passage, pointed end first
• Once it is as far as it will go, push it side-ways to make sure it touches the wall of the bowel
• Lower your legs to a comfortable position whilst the suppository is retained in place
• Keep the suppository inside you for at least 30 minutes

If you feel the suppository might come out straight away:

• You may not have put it in high enough. Push it in as far as possible
• Try to keep it in for 30 minutes, even if you feel like you urgently need to go to the toilet. This is how long it takes to work

How much to use

Adults and children 12 years and over: Put one 10 mg suppository into the back passage for an immediate effect (they usually have a laxative effect within 10 to 30 minutes). Only use one suppository per day. This should not be used in children or adolescents under the age of 12 years

What do Dulcolax Laxative Suppositories contain

• Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10 mg Suppositories contain 10 mg of the active ingredient bisacodyl
• The suppositories are made from hard fat, which is an ingredient needed to mould the suppository into the correct shape

What is Lactulose Solution?

Lactulose is used to treat constipation. Lactulose is not metabolised or absorbed by the body, and the substance helps pull water into the colon, softening the stool. Lactulose also works by promoting peristalsis, pushing food through the digestive system.

This product is recommended for:

• Pregnant women.
• Nursing mothers.
• Children with constipation.
• People who recently underwent surgery.
• Older adults or people with severe or chronic constipation

How to take Lactulose Solution

Adults: Initially take 15-30ml daily for first 2-3 days (45ml may be given in obstinate cases) then 10-15ml daily or according to the need of the patient.

Children: Initially take 10-25ml daily for first 2-3 days then 5-15ml daily or according to the need of the patient.

Dosage does not appear to be related to the age or weight of the child and should be adjusted to produce the required response.

Lactulose isn't absorbed into the bloodstream and is not known to be harmful if used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, as with all medicines, you should get medical advice from your doctor before taking lactulose in pregnancy, or if you're breastfeeding.

Note: 

- This medication should NOT be taken for more than 5 days without medical supervision. 

- This medication is for short term use only. 

- This medication does NOT help with weight loss.

What does Lactulose Solution contain

Lactulose (67.0% w/v), lactose and galactose.

What are Care Senna tablets

A herbal medicinal product used for the short-term relief of occasional constipation. Senna gently stimulates the body's natural process to help your food move through the digestive system. Providing effective reliable overnight relief.

What are the common causes of constipation

The most common causes include:

• Not eating enough fibre, which is found in fruits, vegetables, and cereals
• Not drinking enough fluids
• Not moving enough and spending long periods sitting or lying down

How to use Care Senna tablets

For oral use only

Adults and the elderly: 1 to 2 tablets to be taken at bedtime.

• Should not be used in children or adolescents under the age of 18 years.
• New users should start with the lowest dose and increase it to the maximum dose if necessary. Once regularity has been regained dosage should be reduced and can usually be stopped.
• If no bowel action has occurred after three days of progressively increased dosage, a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted.
• Not to be used for more than 1 week.

What do Care Senna tablets contain

Alexandrian Senna fruit (Cassia senna L. (C. acutifolia Delile) fruit).

What Is Moviprep Original 

Moviprep is a lemon-flavoured laxative in four sachets. There are two large sachets (‘sachet A’) and two small sachets (‘sachet B’). . You need both for one treatment. Moviprep is intended for adults to clean the bowels so that they are ready for examination.

Moviprep works by emptying the contents of your bowels, so you should expect to have watery bowel movements.

How To Use Moviprep Original 

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. The recommended dose is two litres of solution, which is made up as follows:

This pack contains two clear bags each containing one pair of sachets: sachet A and sachet B. Each pair of sachets (A and B) is to be dissolved in water to make a one litre solution. This pack is therefore sufficient to make up two litres of Moviprep solution.

How To Prepare

• Open one clear bag and remove the sachets A and B.
• Add the contents of BOTH sachet A and sachet B to a measuring jug that holds 1 litre. Add water to make up to the one litre mark of the container and stir until all the powder has dissolved and the Moviprep solution is clear or slightly hazy. This may take up to 5 minutes.
• Drink the first litre of Moviprep solution over one to two hours. Try to drink a glassful every 10 - 15 minutes.
• When you are ready, make up and drink the second litre of Moviprep solution made up with the contents of the sachets A and B from the remaining bag.
• During the course of this treatment, you are recommended to drink a further one litre of clear liquid to prevent you feeling very thirsty and becoming dehydrated. Water, clear soup, fruit juice (without pulp), soft drinks, tea or coffee (without milk) are all suitable.

What Does Moviprep Original Contain

Sachet A contains these active substances:

• Macrogol (also known as polyethylene glycol) 3350 - 100 g
• Sodium sulfate anhydrous - 7.500 g
• Sodium chloride - 2.691 g
• Potassium chloride - 1.015 g

Sachet B contains these active substances:

• Ascorbic acid - 4.700 g
• Sodium ascorbate - 5.900 g

Lemon flavouring (containing maltodextrin, citral, lemon oil, lime oil, xanthan gum, vitamin E), aspartame (E951) and acesulfame potassium (E950) as sweeteners. 

What are CosmoCol Orange Flavour Sachets

CosmoCol Orange Flavour is a laxative used for the treatment of long term (chronic) constipation and faecal impaction (persistent constipation, where a large volume of stools cause a blockage of the rectum and/or colon). It is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Macrogol 3350 makes your faeces softer and easier to pass, giving you relief from constipation. The electrolytes (salts) help to maintain your body’s normal levels of sodium, potassium and water while you are being treated for constipation. 

How to take CosmoCol Orange Flavour Sachets

Treatment of chronic constipation in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly:

The recommended dose for constipation is one sachet taken one to three times daily.

This course of treatment for constipation should not usually last longer than two weeks.

Treatment of faecal impaction in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly:

Before taking CosmoCol Orange Flavour for faecal impaction, your doctor must check to confirm that you have this condition. The recommended dose is eight sachets daily, all of which should be consumed within 6 hours.

To prevent further problems from faecal impaction, your doctor may advise that you continue taking this medicine. It would help if you used the dose for treating chronic constipation.

The course of treatment for faecal impaction should be stopped when a large volume of stools is passed and does not usually last longer than three days.

How to mix

Open the sachet and pour the contents into a glass. Add about 125 ml or a quarter pint of water to the glass.

Stir well until the powder has dissolved, and then drink it. 

What do CosmoCol Orange Flavour Sachets contain

Each sachet contains:

• macrogol 3350 - 13.125 g
• sodium chloride - 0.3507 g
• sodium hydrogen carbonate - 0.1785 g
• potassium chloride - 0.0466 g

What are Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets?

Laxido Orange contains macrogol 3350 and the electrolytes sodium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate and potassium chloride. Macrogol 3350 is a laxative used for the treatment of constipation, especially if you have been constipated for a long time. It is also used to treat a build-up of hard faeces in your bowel which may be a result of long-term constipation (this is known as faecal impaction).

Macrogol 3350 makes your faeces softer and easier to pass, giving you relief from constipation. The electrolytes help to maintain your body’s normal levels of sodium, potassium and water while you are being treated for constipation.

How to use Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse have told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are not sure. Laxido Orange should be taken orally.

Laxido Orange is a laxative for the treatment of constipation and faecal impaction in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly. 

Constipation:

The usual dose for constipation is one sachet taken one to three times daily. 

Faecal impaction:

The usual dose for faecal impaction is eight sachets daily. All eight sachets must be taken within a six hour period. If you have a heart condition, do not take more than two sachets (in 250ml of water) in any one hour.

How to mix:

Laxido Orange should be made up by dissolving the contents of one sachet in a glass of water (125ml or a quarter pint). Stir well until all the powder has dissolved. If you are being treated for faecal impaction, you can dissolve the contents of all eight sachets together in a large container (in one litre of water).

Duration of treatment for Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free

Constipation:

The course of treatment for constipation does not normally last longer than 2 weeks. Your treatment may last for longer than two weeks if you have ongoing constipation, or a disease that causes constipation (such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis), or if you are taking other regular medicines that can cause constipation. In these cases, your doctor may reduce your dose to one sachet taken one or two times daily.

Faecal impaction:

The course of treatment for faecal impaction does not normally last longer than 3 days

Note: 

- This medication should NOT be taken for more than 5 days without medical supervision. 

- This medication is for short term use only. 

- This medication does NOT help with weight loss.

What do Laxido Orange Powder Sugar Free sachets contain

The active substances are macrogol 3350 (13.125g), sodium chloride (350.7mg), sodium hydrogen carbonate (178.5mg) and potassium chloride (46.6mg). The other ingredients are acesulfame potassium (E950) and orange flavour (containing maltodextrin and propylene glycol (E1520).

What are CosmoCol Lemon and Lime Flavour Sachets

CosmoCol Lemon & Lime Flavour is a laxative used for the treatment of long term (chronic) constipation and faecal impaction (persistent constipation, where a large volume of stools cause a blockage of the rectum and/or colon). It is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Macrogol 3350 makes your faeces softer and easier to pass, giving you relief from constipation. The electrolytes (salts) help to maintain your body’s normal levels of sodium, potassium and water while you are being treated for constipation. 

How to take CosmoCol Lemon and Lime Flavour Sachets

Treatment of chronic constipation in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly:

The recommended dose for constipation is one sachet taken one to three times daily.

This course of treatment for constipation should not usually last longer than two weeks.

Treatment of faecal impaction in adults, children (aged 12 years and above) and the elderly:

Before taking CosmoCol Lemon & Lime Flavour for faecal impaction, your doctor must check to confirm that you have this condition. The recommended dose is eight sachets daily, all of which should be consumed within 6 hours.

To prevent further problems from faecal impaction, your doctor may advise that you continue taking this medicine. It would help if you used the dose for treating chronic constipation.

The course of treatment for faecal impaction should be stopped when a large volume of stools is passed and does not usually last longer than three days.

How to mix

Open the sachet and pour the contents into a glass. Add about 125 ml or a quarter pint of water to the glass.

Stir well until the powder has dissolved, and then drink it. 

What do CosmoCol Lemon and Lime Flavour Sachets contain

Each sachet contains:

• macrogol 3350 - 13.125 g
• sodium chloride - 0.3507 g
• sodium hydrogen carbonate - 0.1785 g
• potassium chloride - 0.0466 g

What are DulcoEase Stool Softener 100mg Capsules?

DulcoEase contains the active substance docusate sodium. This medicine is a laxative. It belongs to a group of medicines called 'stool softeners'. DulcoEase is used to treat constipation in adults and children 12 years and over.

How does DulcoEase work?

DulcoEase softens the stools (faeces).

• It does this by increasing the amount of water within the stools (faeces)
• This makes your bowel movements easier.

It helps you when:

• You are constipated
• You have piles
• You have a tear in the lining of your anus (anal fissure)

What is constipation?

Healthy and regular bowel movements are essential for most people. However, what is 'normal and regular' varies from person to person. Some may have a bowel movement every day, others less often. Whatever it is like for you, your bowel movement should have a regular pattern.

• Constipation is an occasional problem for some people - for others, it may happen more often.
• Constipation happens when the typical muscle actions in the bowel slow down.

The cause of constipation is often not known.

It can be linked with:

• Pregnancy
• Lack of exercise
• A sudden change in diet
• A diet with not enough fibre
• Having to stay in bed for a long time
• Medicines such as morphine or codeine
• Loss of 'tone' of the bowel muscles in older people

Whatever the cause, constipation can be uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy or generally 'off-colour'. Sometimes it causes headaches.

Try these healthy tips to help prevent constipation happening:

• Eat a balanced diet, including fresh fruit and vegetables.
• Drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated
• Keep up your exercise and stay fit.
• Make time to empty your bowels when your body tells you.

How to take DulcoEase Stool Softener 100mg Capsules

Adults and children 12 years and over

• The recommended dose is to start with one capsule 3 times a day. Then take more or less if you need to
• Do not take more than one capsule 5 times a day.
• Swallow each capsule whole with water.

Do not give DulcoEase to children under 12 years of age.

You should feel more comfortable within 1 to 2 days of treatment.

Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you end up taking DulcoEase every day.

What do DulcoEase Stool Softener 100mg Capsules contain? 

The active substance is docusate sodium. Each capsule contains 100 mg of docusate sodium.

What are Fybogel Fibre Chews

Fybogel Fibre Chews are tasty citrus flavoured chewable tablets that help to relieve constipation and maintain regularity.

The tablets are easy to take and can be chewed or allowed to dissolve in the mouth. Fibre Chews tablets are suitable for over 12+ years and come in a convenient on-the-go tablet format.

Fibre Chews work naturally with the body and uses the ingredient Fibersol -2 (a type of fibre) to help get you back to regularity for constipation. It works by retaining water in the stool and may also help to bulk up stools, making them easier to pass.

How to take Fybogel Fibre Chews

How to take: Adults and children over 12 years of age: 3 tablets in the morning, and three tablets in the evening: to a total of 6 tablets per day. The tablets should be chewed or allowed to dissolve in the mouth and therefore swallowed. After taking the tablets, it is possible to drink water or other drinks (e.g. fruit juice). Please do not take more than six tablets a day.

What do Fybogel Fibre Chews contain

Fibersol®-2 soluble fibre (1 g/tablet), sorbitol, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, citric acid, corn starch, citrus flavour, silicon dioxide, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, aspartame.

What are Fybogel Orange Sachet Drinks?

Fybogel sachets contain high-fibre and work to offer relief from constipation, to manage bowel function in people with haemorrhoids, anal fissure and irritable bowel syndrome. Fybogel sachets contain ispaghula husk, a bulk-forming ingredient, which increases the amount of water in stools, making them easier to pass. Fybogel can also be used by pregnant women, who are experiencing constipation.

Causes of constipation

Constipation is very common and affects many people. Many factors cause constipation, including;

• Poor fibre intake. Lack of foods like fruits, vegetables and products which are rich in bran and fibre
• Poor fluid intake
• Lack of exercise
• Stress
• Pregnancy or following birth
• Ignoring or delaying the need to go to the toilet
• Anxiety
• Certain medications, e.g. iron supplements.

Who are Fybogel sachets acceptable for?

Fybogel sachets are suitable for use by adults and children older than 6 years. Do not use Fybogel if any of the following applies to you:

• A sudden change in bowel movements, which has persisted for over two weeks
• Constipation and absence of any bowel movements for three days
• Suffering from a blockage in the bowel
• Having a gut weakness
• Having trouble swallowing

How to use Fybogel sachets?

Adults and children older than 12 years: One sachet to be taken twice a day, as needed.

Children 6-12 years: Half to one 5ml spoonful, as needed, dependent on age and size.

Fybogel usually takes 12- 24 hours to work.

Mix the appropriate amount of the sachet in a full glass of water, and stirred. Preferably take morning and evening. Do not take immediately before sleeping.

What are Fybogel Mebeverine Orange Sachets

Fybogel Mebeverine contains ispaghula husk, a natural plant material which is high in fibre. It works by increasing the bulk of the contents of the gut passing through the digestive system, helping your body to work normally. Mebeverine is an antispasmodic drug that relieves spasms and cramps in the gut, causing pain.

This product is to relieve the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). If you have IBS, you are likely to suffer from painful spasms of the gut and irritable bowel habits. It is effective in relaxing the spasms of the gut and relieving pain. At the same time, it will help you to restore and maintain bowel regularity.

How to take Fybogel Mebeverine Orange Sachets

• Stir the contents of a sachet into a glass of cold water (at least 150 ml) and drink immediately.
• Fybogel Mebeverine must be taken with adequate liquid, as directed. Do not take Fybogel Mebeverine without water immediately before going to bed or ½ to 1 hour before or after taking any other medicines.
• Effects may take 12-24 hours.
• When preparing the product for administration, it is important to try to avoid inhaling the powder.

Adults, the elderly and children aged over 12: should take Fybogel Mebeverine half an hour before a meal, one sachet in the morning and one in the evening, or as prescribed by your doctor. If necessary, an additional sachet may be taken before the midday meal. Fybogel Mebeverine should not be taken by children 12 years and under.

What do Fybogel Mebeverine Orange Sachets contain

Every single dose of Fybogel Mebeverine contains 3.5g ispaghula husk and 135mg mebeverine hydrochloride.