Caution should be exercised in cases of ulcerative colitis.
Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose – galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine.
Not to be taken immediately before going to bed or in a recumbent position especially in the elderly.
Not to be taken for more than 4 days if there has been no movement of the bowels.
It is not unusual for stool to appear paler in colour than normal as a result of local contact with sterculia. This does not indicate anything untoward.
Possible fluid and electrolyte depletion in association with diarrhoea.
Take with plenty of water to reduce the risk of oesophageal obstruction.
Adequate fluid intake should be maintained.
This medicinal product contains 28.7 mg sodium per dose, equivalent to 1.5 % of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake of 2 g sodium for an adult.