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Laxido Orange is a sugar-free laxative for the treatment of constipation, including chronic constipation and faecal impaction. Each sachet contains macrogol 3350, which works by retaining water in the bowel to soften stools and make them easier to pass. It also contains electrolytes to help maintain the body’s natural fluid balance. Laxido’s pleasant orange flavour makes it easy to take, and it is suitable for short- or long-term use under medical guidance.
Laxido Orange Powder Sachets contains macrogol 3350 and the electrolytes sodium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate and potassium chloride.
Macrogol 3350 is a laxative used for the treatment of constipation, especially if you have been constipated for a long time.
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Laxido Orange Powder Sachets should be made up by dissolving the contents of one sachet in a glass of water (125ml or a quarter pint). This should be stirred well until all the powder has dissolved.
You may experience severe pains and swellings in your abdomen, or vomiting or diarrhoea, which can lead to dehydration. If this occurs, stop taking Laxido Orange Powder Sachets and drink plenty of fluids.
This medicine should be kept out of the sight and reach and children and should not be used after the expiry date which is located on the carton and sachet.
Any reconstituted Laxido Orange solution can be covered and stored in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) and should be used within six hours. After six hours, any unused solution should be discarded.
Yes! Laxido Orange Powder Sachets and other medications are available to buy online from trusted online pharmacies, such as e-Pharmacy.
Before you buy Laxido Orange Powder Sachets online from any website, check that the pharmacy is registered with GPhC, and check the logo is located on the bottom of the webpage. This will ensure that the pharmacy is operating legally and the medication you buy is genuine.
If you have further questions or need additional information about Laxido Orange Powder Sachets there are plenty of reputable sources available, such as BNF.
Yes, Laxido Orange Powder Sachets can potentially cause dehydration, especially with prolonged use or in certain populations (e.g., elderly). Drink plenty of fluids when taking this product and consult your doctor if you experience symptoms of dehydration.
Laxido is an osmotic laxative. It works by drawing water into the bowel to soften stools and make them easier to pass. While it has a stool-softening effect, it is classed as a laxative rather than a traditional stool softener like docusate sodium.
Laxido usually takes 1 to 2 days to produce a bowel movement. The exact timing varies depending on the severity of constipation and individual response. For best results, follow the dosing instructions and drink plenty of fluids.
Fybogel is a bulk-forming laxative, while Laxido is an osmotic laxative. Laxido may work faster and is often preferred for more stubborn constipation, while Fybogel is gentler and better for regular bowel maintenance. The effectiveness depends on the cause and severity of constipation.
Laxido can be taken at any time of day, with or without food. Spacing doses evenly throughout the day can help maintain regular bowel movements. If using once daily, many people prefer morning use to encourage a bowel movement later the same day.
Always take Laxido Orange Powder Sachets exactly as described in the leaflet, or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse have told you. The usual dose for constipation is one sachet taken one to three times daily.
Laxido Orange Powder Sachets can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. A few examples include:
Laxido Orange contains macrogol 3350, along with electrolytes, and works as an osmotic laxative. It helps relieve constipation by drawing water into the bowel, which softens the stool and makes it easier to pass. It’s gentle but effective and is also used for more severe or long-term constipation.
e-Pharmacy uses Royal Mail for delivery with choices of Royal Mail Tracked 48, Royal Mail Tracked 24, and Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm (read more about e-Pharmacy delivery).
Your Laxido Orange Powder Sachets will be delivered in discreet and recyclable packaging.
The active substances are macrogol 3350 (13.125g), sodium chloride (350.7mg), sodium hydrogen carbonate (178.5mg) and potassium chloride (46.6mg). The other ingredients are acesulfame potassium (E950) and orange flavour (containing maltodextrin and propylene glycol (E1520)).
You should not take Laxido Orange Powder Sachets:
Additionally, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before taking Laxido Orange to treat faecal impaction, as prior to taking this medicine it should be confirmed that you have this condition.
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