MICROLAX Rectum Enema 5ml x 12

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Yes, you should be able to take Micralax Micro-Enema when taking other medications. Always inform your doctor of any medications or supplements you are taking (including herbal remedies). Who Can Take Micralax Micro-Enema? Adults can take Micralax Micro-Enema. Do not use this medication on children unless told to by a doctor. It can not be used on children under the age of 3. Micralax Micro-Enema can not be used by people with inflammatory bowel disease. Pregnancy increases the chance of complications due to hormonal changes which occur during pregnancy. The intestinal muscles slow down, resulting in stools staying in the bowel for longer, causing constipation. It will typically take 5-15 minutes, so make sure you are near a toilet before using it. This may be different for different people, everyone’s digestive system is different. A delay can happen in certain cases. In severe cases where there has been no effect for a large amount of time, a second tube of Microlax can be used. Micro Enema Micralax 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.

a b "US patent: 3211614 (A) ― 1965-10-12". Espacenet. Archived from the original on 2014-10-26 . Retrieved 2014-10-26. Treat constipation especially in bedridden patients, the elderly, children, women giving birth or those deliberately not passing stools Micralax Micro Enema 5ml belongs to a group of medicines called laxatives. It contains two active ingredients, sodium citrate and sodium alkylsulphoacetate. Its other ingredients include sorbic acid, sorbitol and glycerol. When combined these ingredients work together to create the effects of an enema. A slight rectal burning sensation has occasionally been reported. Individual cases of hypersensitivity (general skin reaction with or without hypotension or respiratory distress) have been reported. Dosage and Administration If you are still constipated after using Micralax Micro-Enemas for a few days, speak to your doctor. Do not try using more enemas, or using them more frequently, to relieve your constipation.

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Squeeze the tube slightly so that a drop of Microlax smears the tip and thus makes insertion easier. Micralax is a micro-enema. It works by softening the stools and in this way helps to relieve constipation and clear the bowel, especially in bedridden patients, the elderly, those giving birth and children. Micralax may also be used before some examinations of the bowel. Acne Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point. It causes spots, oily skin and sometimes skin that’s hot or painful to touch. Acne most commonly develops on the face. You can view the patient information leaflet for Micralax Micro-Enemas online if you prefer. Side effects of Micralax Micro-Enema a b "Word mark: Microlax". United States Patent and Trademark Office. Archived from the original on 2014-10-26 . Retrieved 2014-10-26.

If you have any questions on the above Micralax Micro Enema How To Use guide, please ask for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. The Following are cautions and guidance’s from the Micralax Enema BNF (Sodium Citrate). Micralax Enema BNF states that:The following Microlax Micro Enema How To Use guide is taken from the patient information leaflet. If your doctor has given you specific instructions to follow, those instructions will override whatever is written here or in the PIL. The dose will be chosen by your doctor or pharmacist after they have decided what dose is right for you. The dose will be displayed on the label placed on the medicine. You should not use laxatives over a prolonged period. If you feel you need to keep using Micralax Micro-Enemas to keep you regular, speak to your doctor.

Advice may also be obtained from a Poisons Information Centre. The telephone number for your regional centre can be found in the telephone directory. Moreover, constant straining due to constipation can increase your risk of developing other conditions, such as haemorrhoids.Each 5 mL enema contains sodium citrate 450 mg, sodium lauryl sulfoacetate 45 mg, sorbitol 3.125 g. You can lubricate the nozzle to make it easier to put in. Squeeze a drop of medicine out onto the nozzle. Sodium citrate is predicated to decrease the efficacy of methenamine. The manufacturer has issued guidance to avoid. The severity of the interaction has been rated as moderate. Rectal constipation, faecal incontinence; preparation for X-ray examination and rectoscopy. Contraindications 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

Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate improves the wetting and penetrating abilities of the solution, sorbitol enhances the water-releasing effect of sodium citrate and glycerol helps to lubricate the stool. The combined action helps to soften hard stools and relieve constipation without straining in a very short period of time ~ 15 min. [9] It’s important to let our medical team be aware of other medicines you may be taking, including those on-prescription or bought over the counter, as well as health and herbal supplements.Reimers J, Knoth M (September 1965). "[Preparation for recto-sigmoidoscopy. A comparative study of Microlax and enemata]". Ugeskrift for Laeger. 127 (35): 1082–1084. PMID 5829676. Microlax is a fast acting enema which works to soften bowel motions and gently assist bowel emptying without irritating the lining of the bowel. When you must not use Microlax It is safe for use in children. [4] If used in children under 3 years, it is recommended that the nozzle is only inserted half way. [5] It is safe as a laxative during the postnatal period for woman [6] and while breastfeeding. [7] Contraindications [ edit ]