DulcoSoft^® Liquid

DulcoSoft^® Liquid can be taken by adults and children from 6 months of age. It is also suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Medical advice is recommended before use in children under 8 years of age as well as in pregnant and breastfeeding women.

DulcoSoft^® Liquid can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding because macrogol is hardly absorbed by the body and is excreted unchanged. Medical advice is recommended before use in pregnant and breastfeeding women.

If the cause of the bowel complaints has been medically clarified, DulcoSoft^® Liquid can be taken over a longer period of time. However, children should not take DulcoSoft^® Liquid for longer than 3 months. If constipation persists, the cause of the constipation should be investigated.

We recommend taking the medicine as a single dose in the morning.

When taking laxatives (and any other medication), side effects may occur. When using DulcoSoft^® Liquid, certain side effects may occur, including diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, or fecal incontinence. In such cases, we advise you to consult your doctor.

An overview of the side effects and their frequency can always be found in the package leaflet. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if any of the listed side effects significantly affect you or if you notice any side effects not mentioned in the instructions for use.

DulcoSoft^® is not suitable for children under 6 months of age.
DulcoSoft^® Solution must not be taken by people who are hypersensitive to the active ingredient or any of the excipients. DulcoSoft^® Solution should also not be taken if:

• You have a perforation of the digestive tract or are at risk of a perforation of the digestive tract, or if you have a serious abdominal condition such as appendicitis
• You have abdominal pain of unknown origin
• You have an intestinal obstruction or narrowing of the intestine
• You suffer from a severe inflammatory disease of the intestinal tract (e.g. ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, or toxic megacolon)

In children under 8 years of age, it is advisable to consult a doctor before starting treatment.

The correct dose is the lowest dose that results in regular evacuation of softer stools.

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Dulcolax^® DulcoSoft^® Liquid is available in pharmacies and in pharmacies based in groceries.

DulcoLax^® products, and any other laxatives, do not help with weight loss. They don’t reduce the absorption of calories or nutrients. They can cause watery stools (diarrhoea), abdominal cramps and dehydration.

There are several types of laxatives – each works differently to help you poo.

Stimulant laxatives
Stimulant laxatives including bisacodyl, the active substance in Dulcolax Suppositories, have a dual action. They transport water and salt into the gut which hydrates the poo and makes it easier to pass. In addition, they stimulate the activity of bowel muscles, causing your intestines to contract. Together, these two effects accelerate the transit of poo through the colon. Effectively, stimulating your bowel muscles helps get things moving.

Stool softener laxatives
Stool softeners are just that — products that help make hard, dry, painful poo softer. They work by softening the poo in the intestine, which makes it easier and more comfortable to pass. When used as directed, stool softeners are a gentle way to keep things moving.

Suppositories
Medicated suppositories are a typically reliable, fast-acting dosage form of stimulant laxative that are inserted into the rectum. These suppositories, which may contain bisacodyl or glycerin, help move the poo out of the body by providing lubrication and stimulation. They stimulate the bowel muscles in the intestine to help encourage a bowel movement within minutes.

Fibre supplements
Fibre supplements add bulk to your poo. Bulky poos are softer and easier to pass.

Osmotic laxatives
Osmotic or saline laxatives help poo move through the large intestine by drawing water from the rest of the body and into your bowel. This hydrates the poo and make it easier to pass. Saline laxatives can also help keep you regular.

The available data does not indicate a risk of habituation or dependence. Some people who suffer from constipation symptoms need to take laxatives continuously in order to maintain bowel movements without discomfort. People with chronic constipation cannot achieve regular bowel movements without discomfort, such as severe straining. However, this continuous use is not the result of previous laxative intake. Rather, it is their condition that makes continuous use necessary, and this should not be misunderstood as addiction.

Laxatives do not have addictive potential²³