{"id":16243,"date":"2021-12-03T06:46:36","date_gmt":"2021-12-03T06:46:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=16243"},"modified":"2022-11-26T18:14:22","modified_gmt":"2022-11-26T18:14:22","slug":"laximyl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/laximyl\/","title":{"rendered":"Laximyl | Macrogol 3350, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Bicarbonate, Potassium Chloride | Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Powder for&nbsp;oral&nbsp;solution&nbsp;<br>Laximyl macrogol 3350, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Laximyl Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Laximyl is a&nbsp;laxative&nbsp;(laxative) used for the temporary treatment of constipation in adults, adolescents and the elderly.&nbsp;This medicine is not recommended for children under 12 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Laximyl helps you to have a pleasant bowel function even if you have been constipated for a long time.&nbsp;Laximyl can also be used after&nbsp;a doctor&#8217;s&nbsp;prescription&nbsp;for very severe constipation, so-called fecalom (a condition in which a large amount of faeces is stored in the rectum and \/ or colon).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substances contained in Laximyl may also be approved for the treatment of other diseases not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before You Take Laximyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Take Laximyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to macrogol 3350, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>If you have a blockage in the intestine <ul><li>Intestinal constriction<\/li><li>Intestinal obstruction<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>If you have ulcers in the intestinal wall.<\/li><li>If you have a severe\u00a0inflammatory\u00a0bowel disease, such as\u00a0<ul><li>Ulcerative colitis<\/li><li>Crohn&#8217;s disease<\/li><li>Toxic megacolon<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of these apply to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Laximyl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have heart problems and are taking this medicine for the treatment of faeces, follow the special instructions in section 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>During treatment<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you take Laximyl, you should continue to drink a lot.&nbsp;The liquid content of the mixed solution does not replace a normal liquid intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice any signs of electrolyte changes in your blood, such as <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Swelling in the body<\/li><li>Shortness of breath<\/li><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Dehydration symptoms include increased <ul><li>Thirst<\/li><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Feeling weak<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Heart problems<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop taking Laximyl and talk to your doctor immediately (see section 4). Possible&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine should not be given to children under 12 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Laximyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some medicines, such as&nbsp;epilepsy&nbsp;, may not work as well with Laximyl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Laximyl can be taken during pregnancy and lactation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and \/ or&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Laximyl Contains Sorbitol, Sodium And Potassium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The lemon \/ lime flavor in Laximyl contains 0.76 mg sorbitol per&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;.&nbsp;Additive effect&nbsp;of concomitantly administered drugs containing sorbitol (or fructose) and food intake of sorbitol (or fructose) should be considered.&nbsp;Content of sorbitol in oral medicinal products may affect the&nbsp;bioavailability of any&nbsp;other oral medicinal product administered concomitantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 8.1 mmol (187.7 mg)&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;(the main ingredient in table salt \/ table salt) per&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;.&nbsp;This corresponds to 9.4% of the highest recommended daily intake of&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;for adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The maximum recommended daily&nbsp;dose of&nbsp;one of these medicines (8 sachets) contains 1,501.6 mg of&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;(ingredient in table salt).&nbsp;This corresponds to 75% of the maximum recommended daily intake of&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;for adults&nbsp;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a doctor or pharmacist if you need 3 or more sachets daily for an extended period of time, especially if you have been prescribed a low-salt (sodium-poor) diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 0.63 mmol (24 mg)&nbsp;potassium&nbsp;per&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;.&nbsp;This should be considered by patients with&nbsp;impaired&nbsp;renal function or patients on a low-potassium diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Take Laximyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Laximyl dosage<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist have told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li><strong>Adults, children (at least 12 years) and older:<\/strong><ul><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0for the treatment of constipation is one\u00a0sachet\u00a01 to 3 times daily.<\/li><li>This medicine can be taken at any time, regardless of food or drink.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><em>Constipation:<\/em><\/strong><ul><li>One\u00a0dose of\u00a0Laximyl is 1\u00a0sachet\u00a0.<\/li><li>Take this 1-3 times daily depending on how severe your constipation is.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><em>Fecal:<\/em><\/strong><ul><li>8 sachets Laximyl per day is necessary for the treatment of fecal matter.<\/li><li>The 8 sachets should be taken within 24 hours for up to 3 days if necessary.<\/li><li>If you have heart disease, do not take more than 2 sachets per hour.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><em>To mix the solution:<\/em><\/strong><ul><li>Open the sachet and pour the contents into a glass.\u00a0Top up with about 125 ml of water.\u00a0Stir until all the powder has dissolved and the Laximyl solution is clear or slightly cloudy and drink.<\/li><li>If you are taking Laximyl for the treatment of fecaloma, it may be easier to dissolve 8 sachets in 1 liter of water.\u00a0Cover the solution and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.\u00a0After 24 hours, discard any unused solution.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Treatment time<\/strong><\/li><li><strong><em>Constipation:<\/em><\/strong><ul><li>Treatment with Laximyl normally lasts about 2 weeks.<\/li><li>If symptoms worsen or do not improve within 14 days, consult a doctor.<\/li><li>If your constipation is caused by a disease such as\u00a0Parkinson&#8217;s disease\u00a0or\u00a0multiple sclerosis\u00a0(MS), or if you are taking medicines that cause constipation, your doctor may recommend that you use Laximyl for longer than 14 days.<\/li><li>In long-term treatment, the\u00a0<em>Laximyl dosage <\/em>can\u00a0usually be reduced to 1 or 2 sachets daily.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><em>Fecal:<\/em><\/strong><ul><li>Laximyl treatment can last for up to 3 days.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Laximyl Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, <strong>Laximyl uses <\/strong>can cause&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you get any of these&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;, stop taking&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>this medicine and contact a doctor immediately or go to the nearest emergency department:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Severe&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;that gives sudden signs of&nbsp;allergy&nbsp;, such as <ul><li>Shortness of breath<\/li><li>Difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat or other parts of the body (&nbsp;anaphylaxis&nbsp;,&nbsp;angioedema&nbsp;).<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Changes in the body&#8217;s fluid or electrolyte levels (low levels of&nbsp;potassium&nbsp;, low levels of&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;).&nbsp;You may experience<ul><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Dehydration<\/li><li>Shortness of breath<\/li><li>Swelling of the feet and legs due to fluid retention<\/li><li>Heart problems<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other possible&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurs in an unknown number of users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rash<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Redness<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><li>Swollen hands, feet or ankles<\/li><li>Respiratory distress<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><li>High or low potassium levels in the blood<\/li><li>Indigestion<\/li><li>Abdominal pain or stomach noise<\/li><li>Bloating<\/li><li>Gas<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>Tenderness around the rectal opening or rectum<\/li><li>Diarrhea<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may get mild diarrhea while taking Laximyl.&nbsp;This&nbsp;side effect&nbsp;is generally better if you reduce the amount of Laximyl you use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Laximyl<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and sachet after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine if any of the sachets look damaged.<\/li><li>The reconstituted solution should be stored in a refrigerator (2 \u00b0 C &#8211; 8 \u00b0 C) and used within 24 hours.&nbsp;After 24 hours, discard any unused solution.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents Of The Pack And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Active substances in a sachet:<ul><li>Macrogol 3350 13.125 g<\/li><li>Sodium chloride 350.7 mg<\/li><li>Sodium bicarbonate 178.5 mg<\/li><li>Potassium chloride 46.6 mg<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>After dissolving in 125 ml of water, each sachet gives:<ul><li>Sodium&nbsp;65 mmol \/ l<\/li><li>Chloride 53 mmol \/ l<\/li><li>Hydrogen carbonate 17 mmol \/ l<\/li><li>Potassium&nbsp;5 mmol \/ l<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>The other ingredients are&nbsp;<ul><li>Colloidal&nbsp;anhydrous silica<\/li><li>Saccharin sodium<\/li><li>Orange flavoring (containing flavoring and flavoring agents, maltodextrin, acacia, alpha-tocopherol) and lemon \/ lime flavoring (containing flavoring, maltodextrin, mannitol, gluconolaxone, sorbitol,&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;and potassium \u201d)<\/li><li>Acacia rubber<\/li><li>Colloidal&nbsp;anhydrous silica<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Laximyl is a white powder.<\/li><li>Each&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;contains 13.8 g of powder and is supplied in the following pack sizes:<\/li><li>Over-the-counter: cartons of 20, 30 or 50 sachets.<\/li><li>Prescription: carton with 100 sachets or in multi-pack with 100 consisting of 2 cartons, each containing 50 sachets.<\/li><li>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Klocke Pharma-Service GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strassburger Strasse 77<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>77767 Appenweier<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hermes Pharma Ges.mbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allgau 36<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9400 Wolfsberg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Austria<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Laximyl is used as the antidote for infrequent constipation. 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