DulcoSoft^® Powder

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

DulcoSoft^® Powder can be taken during and after pregnancy, as the active ingredient macrogol is hardly absorbed by the body and therefore no negative effects are to be expected. For safety reasons, however, intake during pregnancy should be discussed with a doctor.

The composition of DulcoSoft^® Powder contains neither sugar nor gluten. It is therefore suitable for people with diabetes as well as those with gluten intolerance.

DulcoSoft^® Powder is salt-free and is therefore also suitable for patients on a low-salt diet.

DulcoSoft^® Powder can be taken over longer periods of time; however, children should not take it for more than 3 months. If constipation persists, the cause should be examined by a doctor.

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

The active ingredient in DulcoSoft^® Powder is macrogol 4000, an osmotic laxative with a stool-softening effect. With its high water-binding capacity, it softens hard stool and increases its volume, thereby stimulating the natural urge to defecate.

When taking laxatives (and any other medication), side effects may occur. Taking DulcoSoft^® Powder may lead to side effects such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, or fecal incontinence. In case of severe side effects, intake should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted.

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^® Powder is not suitable for children under 8 years of age.

DulcoSoft^® Powder must not be taken if there is an allergy to the active ingredient or any other component.

In addition, DulcoSoft^® Powder should be avoided if:

• there is a bowel perforation or risk of a bowel perforation.
• a serious intestinal disease (e.g. appendicitis) is present.
• there are abdominal pains of unknown origin.
• there is a bowel obstruction or narrowing of the digestive tract.
• there is a severe inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract (e.g. ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, or toxic megacolon).

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DulcoSoft^® Powder are 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