Properties
What is it?
LEGCOLAKS 10g Composition: Active substance: Macrogol; 1 sachet contains polyethylene glycol (macrogol) 4000, calculated on 100% substance, 4.0 g or 10.0 g. Indications: Symptomatic treatment of constipation. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to macrogol. Inflammatory bowel diseases (non-specific ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, toxic megacolon). Intestinal obstruction or suspected intestinal obstruction. Gastrointestinal perforation or risk thereof. Abdominal pain of unknown origin. Dosage and administration: The preparation is intended for oral use. Treatment normalizes the motility of the large intestine, provided that appropriate dietary habits are maintained. For adults and children over 8 years of age, the usual dose is 10-20 g per day. The daily dose for children from 6 months to 1 year is 4 g, from 1 year to 4 years - 8 g, from 4 to 8 years - 16 g. The contents of the sachet should be dissolved in 1 glass of water, clear juice (e.g., apple) or cold tea beforehand. For children under 1 year of age, dissolve in 50 ml of water. It is advisable to take LEGCOLAKS in the morning during meals, in one dose. The first effect of the preparation is observed 24-28 hours after administration. The daily dose is determined according to the clinical effect and can range from 4 g every other day (for children) up to 20 g per day. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor based on the nature and course of the disease, and the effectiveness of the treatment. The duration of treatment should not exceed 3 months, as there are no clinical trial data regarding the use of the preparation for longer than this period. Shelf life: 3 years. Storage conditions: Store in the original packaging, at a temperature not exceeding 25C. Keep out of reach of children.