Flolax 5mg Syrup

Flolax 5mg Syrup is used to treat constipation associated with piles, anal fissures, hernia, bowel clearance before radioscopy, pre/post-operative conditions, elderly and bed-ridden patients. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements, characterised by stools that are often dry, painful, and difficult to pass.

Flolax 5mg Syrup contains Sodium Picosulfate that prevents the absorption of water in the colon/intestine, thereby stimulating the propulsive (pushing forward) activity, which in turn promotes the accumulation of water, providing that stool can pass with ease. Thus, it relieves constipation.

You may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, pain, or cramps in some cases. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Flolax 5mg Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Flolax 5mg Syrup to prevent dehydration. Consult your doctor before taking Flolax 5mg Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Flolax 5mg Syrup should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Flolax 5mg Syrup is used in the treatment of constipation. The detailed uses of Flolax 5mg Syrup are as follows:

• Relief of Constipation: Flolax 5mg Syrup is used for short-term treatment of occasional constipation associated with haemorrhoids (piles), anal fissures, hernia, cardiovascular disorders, pre- and post-operative conditions, and in elderly or bedridden patients.

• Flolax 5mg Syrup can be taken with or without food.
• It is usually taken once daily at bedtime or prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow Flolax 5mg Syrup as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not chew, crush, or break it.

• Facilitates smoother bowel motions and helps soften faeces.
• When used as directed, it increases stool frequency and relieves chronic constipation without causing dependence.
• Serves as a prebiotic as well, encouraging beneficial gut flora that aid in smooth digestion.
• Compared to stimulant laxatives, it usually causes less discomfort and is kinder to the stomach.

• Do not take Flolax 5mg Syrup if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you have/had or have acute abdominal surgeries (appendicitis), inflammatory bowel disease, bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal perforation or ulceration, severe dehydration, undiagnosed rectal bleeding, acute liver failure, or severe abdominal pain with vomiting and nausea.
• Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Flolax 5mg Syrup.
• Do not take Flolax 5mg Syrup for more than a week, as it might cause dependency on Flolax 5mg Syrup for a bowel movement.
• Talk to your doctor if you notice any sudden changes in bowel habits that persist for over 2 weeks.
• Consult your doctor before taking Flolax 5mg Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Flolax 5mg Syrup should not be given to children under 10 years, as its safety and effectiveness have not been established.