{"id":18390,"date":"2022-02-16T15:40:17","date_gmt":"2022-02-16T15:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=18390"},"modified":"2023-01-02T18:47:34","modified_gmt":"2023-01-02T18:47:34","slug":"moxalole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/moxalole\/","title":{"rendered":"Moxalole | Macrogol 33510, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Bicarbonate, Potassium Chloride | Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Moxalole macrogol 33510<\/strong>,<strong> Powder for\u00a0oral\u00a0solution, Sodium chloride, Sodium bicarbonate, Potassium chloride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Moxalole Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moxalole is used for the temporary treatment of <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/constipation\/\">constipation<\/a>. This medicine can also\u00a0be used after a doctor&#8217;s prescription for severe constipation (so-called fecaloma).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Macrogol 3350, which is part of Moxalole, binds water and thereby gives the stool an increased volume, and this normalizes bowel movements.\u00a0The effect is a faster transport of the soft stools and an easier bowel movement.\u00a0The content of salts in <strong>Moxalole English<\/strong> means that the body&#8217;s normal salt and fluid balance is maintained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or feel worse after 2 weeks.\u00a0If you are being treated for severe constipation (fecaloma), follow your doctor&#8217;s\u00a0prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before Using Moxalole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Moxalole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to any of this medicine&#8217;s active substances or other ingredients (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>If you have narrowing of the intestines, ulcers in the intestinal wall or severe inflammatory bowel diseases such as bleeding colitis (<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/ulcerative-colitis\/\">ulcerative colitis<\/a>),\u00a0chronic\u00a0intestinal inflammation (Chrohn\u00b4s disease), enlarged colon (toxic megacolon) or intestinal ulcer (\u00a0ileus\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\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 using Moxalole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you take Moxalole, you should continue to drink a lot.\u00a0The liquid in medicine should not replace your normal fluid intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suppose you develop side effects such as <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Swelling<\/li><li>Shortness of breath<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/fatigue-syndrome\/\">Fatigue<\/a><\/li><li>Dehydration (symptoms include increased thirst, dry mouth, and feeling weak)<\/li><li>Heart problems<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In that case, you should stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use <strong>Moxalole English<\/strong> for long periods unless you have been prescribed it by your doctor, for example, if you are taking medicines that can cause constipation or if you have a disease that causes constipation, such as\u00a0Parkinson&#8217;s or\u00a0multiple sclerosis\u00a0(MS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Moxalole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some drugs, e.g.\u00a0antiepileptic drugs\u00a0(medicines for\u00a0epilepsy\u00a0), may work less effectively if you take them simultaneously as Moxalole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, 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<p>Moxalole can be used during pregnancy and lactation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Moxalole English<\/em><\/strong> does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Moxalole Contains Sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 187 mg of\u00a0sodium\u00a0(the main ingredient in table salt\/table salt) per\u00a0sachet.\u00a0This corresponds to 9.5% of adults recommended daily sodium intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use Moxalole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><strong>Moxalole uses<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li><em>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0for constipation is:<\/em><ul><li>1\u00a0sachet\u00a01-3 times daily.\u00a0The normal\u00a0dose\u00a0for most patients is 1-2 sachets per day.\u00a0Depending on the individual response, 3 sachets per day may be needed.\u00a0Dosage\u00a0one depends on how severe your constipation is.\u00a0Dose\u00a0one can be reduced to the lowest effective\u00a0dose\u00a0after a few days.\u00a0The treatment time with Moxalole is normally 2 weeks.\u00a0If symptoms persist after 2 weeks of treatment, you should consult your doctor.<\/li><li>The sachet contents are mixed in a glass of water (approx. 125 ml).\u00a0Stir until the powder is loose, and drink.\u00a0If you wish, you can add fruit juice or juice just before drinking.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Children (under 12 years): Not recommended.<\/li><li>Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li><em>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0for faeces is:<\/em><ul><li>Adults:\u00a0Dose\u00a0one is determined by a doctor who adjusts it individually for you.\u00a0The usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 8 sachets per day.\u00a0If you take Moxalole to treat the faecal matter, you can dissolve 8 sachets in one litre of water.\u00a0The solution is then stored in the refrigerator.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><em>Patients with impaired cardiovascular function<\/em><\/li><li>When treating faeces,\u00a0dose\u00a0one should be distributed so that no more than 2 sachets are taken within 1 hour.<\/li><li><em>Patients with kidney disease<\/em><ul><li>No dose adjustment is necessary for the treatment of constipation or faeces.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Take More Moxalole Than You Should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have taken too much\u00a0Moxalole\u00a0and have severe diarrhoea or vomiting, stop taking Moxalole until the diarrhoea or vomiting has subsided.\u00a0You can then start again with a lower\u00a0dose\u00a0if constipation persists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Moxalole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/li><li>Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist directed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Molaxole  Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people): <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stomach upset<\/li><li>Stomach <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">ache<\/a><\/li><li>Cramps<\/li><li>Diarrhoea<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Stomach noise<\/li><li>Gas.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Itching<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><li>Swollen hands, feet, or ankles<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people): <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rash<\/li><li>Indigestion<\/li><li>Feeling bloated<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people): <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Severe allergic reactions that cause difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.\u00a0If these symptoms occur, stop taking Moxalole and contact a doctor immediately.\u00a0Allergic reactions include skin reactions or nasal congestion (\u00a0rhinitis\u00a0), high or low potassium levels in the blood, and irritation around the rectal opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No known frequency (can not be calculated from the available data): Change in body fluid or electrolyte levels (low sodium levels).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Moxalole<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the sachet and carton after EXP.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>No special temperature instructions.\u00a0Store Moxalole sachets in the original packaging.\u00a0Moisture sensitive.\u00a0The reconstituted solution is well covered in a refrigerator (2 \u00baC &#8211; 8 \u00baC).\u00a0Discard unused solution within 6 hours.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required.\u00a0These 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>The active substances are macrogol 3350 (polyethene glycol 3350) 13.125 g, sodium chloride 350.7 mg, sodium bicarbonate 178.5 mg, and potassium chloride 46.6 mg.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are acesulfame potassium (E950) (sweetener) and lemon flavour (flavouring).<\/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>White powder for\u00a0oral\u00a0solution.<\/li><li>Dosing bags of 13.8 g in a box with:<\/li><li>Over-the-counter packaging: 2, 6, 8, 10, 20, 30, 40 or 50 pcs.<\/li><li>Prescription packaging: 60 or 100, or 2&#215;50 pcs.<\/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>Meda AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 906<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>170 09 Solna<\/p>\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>D-77767 Appenweier<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This medicinal product is authorized under the European Economic Area under the names:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Hungary: Moxalole<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, England, Estonia, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, and Austria: Molaxole<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Poland: Duphagol<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moxalole helps you to have easy bowel activity even if you have been constipated for a long 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