{"product_id":"macrolax-1-flacone-36-g-0-24-g-120-ml-soluz-rett","title":"MACROLAX 36 G\/120 ML + 0.24 G\/120 ML RECTAL SOLUTION 120 ML BOTTLE","description":"\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eMacrolax 36 g + 0.24 g rectal solution\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e non-crystallizable liquid sorbitol + sodium docusate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWhat it is and what it is used for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Macrolax is a rectal solution containing two active ingredients: non-crystallizing liquid sorbitol and docusate sodium.\u003cbr\u003e These two substances belong to the class of laxatives and act by softening the stool and stimulating the intestine to eliminate it. \u003cbr\u003eThis medicine is used for the short-term treatment of occasional constipation.\u003cbr\u003e Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after a few days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eHealth Education Notes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Many people think they are constipated if they are unable to have a bowel movement every day.\u003cbr\u003e This is a misconception as this situation is completely normal for a large number of individuals.\u003cbr\u003e Constipation, on the other hand, refers to the situation in which evacuations are reduced compared to one's personal habits and are associated with the emission of hard stools.\u003cbr\u003e In most cases, a balanced diet rich in water and fiber (bran, vegetables and fruit) can permanently solve the problem of constipation.\u003cbr\u003e If episodes of constipation occur repeatedly, a doctor should be consulted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWhat you need to know before taking the medicine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eDo not use Macrolax\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e- if you are allergic to the active substances or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);\u003cbr\u003e - if you have problems with the last part of the intestine called the \"rectum\" (rectal bleeding of unknown origin);\u003cbr\u003e - if you have abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting;\u003cbr\u003e - if you have problems with your intestines (intestinal obstruction or stenosis);\u003cbr\u003e - if he is dehydrated;\u003cbr\u003e - if you are pregnant or breast-feeding (see section \"Pregnancy and breast-feeding\");\u003cbr\u003e - if you are under 12 years of age (see section \"Warnings and precautions\").\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eWarnings and precautions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Talk to your doctor before using Macrolax:\u003cbr\u003e • if the constipation is persistent. The treatment of chronic or recurrent constipation always requires the intervention of a doctor for diagnosis, prescription of drugs and monitoring during therapy; \u003cbr\u003e• if you have noticed a sudden change in your bowel habits (frequency and characteristics of bowel movements) that lasts for more than two weeks;\u003cbr\u003e • if he is elderly or his health conditions are not good.\u003cbr\u003e Consult your doctor even if, after a short period of treatment with this medicine, you do not obtain appreciable results.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cu\u003eDo not use this medicine for long-term treatments\u003c\/u\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e Laxative abuse (frequent or prolonged use or excessive doses) can cause:\u003cbr\u003e • dependence and therefore possible need to gradually increase the dose;\u003cbr\u003e • chronic constipation;\u003cbr\u003e • loss of normal bowel capacity (intestinal atony); \u003cbr\u003e• persistent diarrhoea which may lead to loss of water, mineral salts (especially potassium) and other essential nutrients. In more serious cases, dehydration or a decrease in potassium in the blood (hypokalaemia) may occur which may cause dysfunction of the heart or nerves that control the muscles. The risk is increased if you are being treated at the same time with heart medicines (cardiac glycosides), medicines used against high blood pressure (diuretics) or medicines used against allergies and inflammation (corticosteroids).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eChildren\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In children under 12 years of age the medicine can only be used after consulting a doctor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003ePossible side effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.\u003cbr\u003e Occasionally, cramp-like pain or abdominal colic may occur, which is more frequent in cases of severe constipation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReporting of side effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: \u003cu\u003ehttps:\/\/www.aifa.gov.it\/content\/segnalazionireazioni-avverse\u003c\/u\u003e .\u003cbr\u003e By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.","brand":"SIT LABORATORIO FARMAC. SRL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50221904429390,"sku":"028271017","price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/6214\/9710\/files\/TE004-H0009745.png?v=1768753657","url":"https:\/\/farmaspeed.it\/en-eu\/products\/macrolax-1-flacone-36-g-0-24-g-120-ml-soluz-rett","provider":"Farmaspeed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}