Movicol junior

For short-term treatment of constipation in children 2-11 years Movicol junior is an over-the-counter medicine for the treatment of constipation. Movicol junior contains macrogol, which binds water and thus increases the volume of the intestinal contents while softening the intestinal contents. The increased volume normalizes bowel movements and you get a laxative effect. Movicol junior contains salts that prevent the loss of sodium, potassium and water. With a neutral taste Dosage: Children from 2 to 11 years: Dissolve the contents of the sachet in a quarter of a class of water (62.5 ml) and drink the liquid. If you wish, you can add flavor to the solution such as orange juice. The recommended dose of Movicol Junior depends on the child's age and how the child reacts to the treatment. Starting dose for children aged 2-6 years: give one sachet daily. Starting dose for children aged 7-11: give two sachets daily If a dose increase is necessary, this should be done every other day. The number of sachets can be increased until your child achieves a soft stool. As a rule, it is not necessary to take more than 4 sachets a day. Important information: Movicol Junior should not be used continuously for more than 2 weeks. Movicol Junior should only be used in children aged 1-<2 years for the treatment of constipation after a doctor's prescription Contact a doctor after 2 weeks of continuous treatment if the symptoms have worsened or have not improved . When your child is using Movicol Junior it is still important that they continue to drink plenty of water. The fluid content of a Movicol Junior solution should not replace normal fluid intake. The effect of the medicine can be affected if Movicol Junior is taken together with certain other medicines. Consult a doctor before your child takes Movicol Junior if they are using, have recently used or plan to use other medicines. Read the package insert before use