Description

About Movicol Orange Liquid

Movicol Orange Liquid 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 Orange Liquid 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 Orange Liquid helps in relieving constipation.

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

Uses of Movicol Orange Liquid

Treatment of Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Movicol Orange Liquid 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 Orange Liquid helps in comfortable bowel movement and provides relief from constipation.

Directions for Use

Oral solution: Dilute it with water as advised by your doctor. Take it by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.Sachet: Dissolve the contents of sachet in water as advised by the doctor. Drink it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Movicol Orange Liquid

Stomach pain
Indigestion
Mild diarrhoea
Nausea
Vomiting

In-depth Information

Drug Warnings

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Movicol Orange Liquid 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 Orange Liquid .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

PHENYTOIN
CARBAMAZEPINE

Habit Forming

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

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).

Patients Concern

Disease/Condition Glossary

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.

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