Laxitol Syrup should be taken as advised by
your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. You may mix it with
water or fruit juice if required. Use this medicine regularly to get the
most benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose
may go up or down depending on how well it is working. Laxitol Syrup
takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you are still
constipated after three days.
The most common side effects of
Laxitol Syrup are abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence. These
are usually mild and temporary. You can help avoid these by drinking
plenty of fluids and taking your medicine between meals. Talk to your
doctor straight away if you experience severe stomach pain, severe
diarrhea, mood changes, or seizures.
Before taking this medicine,
you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if you are unable
to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over
a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have occasional
blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Do
not take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check
with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.