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Dulcosoft Constipation Macrogol 4000, 10 packets
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Dulcosoft Constipation Macrogol 4000, 10 packets

Brand : Sanofi Aventis Sanofi Aventis

Dulcosoft Constipation Macrogol 4000 is an effective treatment for occasional constipation. It is easy to use and gentle on the digestive system.

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For warnings, precautions, and contraindications, please refer to the package insert for Dulcosoft in sachets.

Occasional constipation affects millions of French people, but this gastrointestinal disorder—the most common among adults—is particularly prevalent among women, who suffer from it two to three times more often than men. Diet, a sedentary lifestyle, and lack of exercise are common factors, but female hormones may also play a role in this condition. In fact, 45% of women feel they have always been more or less constipated, to the point of experiencing daily anxiety.

What is DulcoSoft Constipation Macrogol 4000 used for?

DulcoSoft packets are used for the symptomatic treatment of constipation. The main ingredient in DulcoSoft® is macrogol 4000, an osmotic laxative.

Macrogol 4000 has a high water-retention capacity. It acts as a carrier for fluid (water) and delays the intestinal absorption of water, leading to an increase in the amount of water in the colon. There, it softens hard stools and increases their volume. This helpsspeed up bowel transit and makes bowel movements easier, providing a natural sense of relief. Macrogol 4000 acts purely through physical mechanisms: it is not absorbed by the body and is excreted unchanged.

Both discreet and effective, Dulcosoft Constipation Macrogol 4000 addresses a commonly overlooked and often taboo issue: occasional constipation. This condition affects everyone—teens, adults, and children ages 8 and up—and anyone can experience it. For pregnant and breastfeeding women, this product should be used only under medical supervision.

In fact, constipation can occur for several reasons, particularly as a result of an improper diet or the use of certain medications. This digestive disorder, although common, can lead to significant complications if left untreated. Fecal impaction—the accumulation of hardened fecal matter—and hemorrhoids, caused by excessive straining during bowel movements, are among the possible consequences of constipation. Dulcosoft Constipation Macrogol 4000, available in single-use packets, offers you a gentle and effective solution.

The only active ingredient in Dulcosoft is macrogol 4000. Macrogol 4000 is an osmotic laxative that, through its mechanism of action, draws water into the intestine, thereby helping to hydrate and soften the stool. By increasing stool volume, it facilitates their passage through the intestines, providing a gentle yet effective relief from constipation. Macrogol 4000 has the advantage of not being absorbed by the body and begins to work between 24 and 72 hours after ingestion.

Dulcosoft Constipation Macrogol 4000 also stands out for its ease of use. Since it is tasteless, it can be easily dissolved in a beverage—whether hot or cold—or simply in water, making it virtually imperceptible when consumed. For those with gluten intolerance, you’ll be relieved to know that this product is gluten-free.

For those who prefer an alternative to Dulcosoft in pouches, the Dulcosoft oral solution may be an attractive option, available online at the best price.

How do you use this Macrogol 4000 laxative?

  • DulcoSoft is unflavored and can be dissolved (sachet) or mixed directly (oral solution) into water or a cold or hot beverage (about 150 ml)—such as a glass of water, fruit juice, or tea.
  • Unless otherwise prescribed by a doctor, the recommended dose is: 1 to 2 sachets per day to be dissolved in a beverage, preferably all at once in the morning.
  • You can adjust the recommended dose above according to your individual needs: it can range from one dose (1 to 2 sachets) per day to one dose (1 to 2 sachets) every 2 days.
  • The appropriate dose is the lowest dose that produces regular, soft stools.

Children under 8 years of age should not use this product.

DulcoSoft usually takes 24 to 72 hours to take effect. It should not be taken for more than 15 days. If constipation persists, the cause should be investigated.

Do not take a double dose of DulcoSoft if you miss a dose.

Excessive doses of DulcoSoft may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, bloating, or vomiting, which will stop when treatment is discontinued or the dose is reduced.

Significant fluid loss due to diarrhea or vomiting may require correction of electrolyte imbalances. In such cases, contact a doctor.

There are several types of constipation:

  • Acute constipation: Bowel movements slow down, thereby reducing the frequency of bowel movements. The patient has more difficulty passing stool and may eventually stop having bowel movements altogether.
  • Transient or occasional constipation: when the patient has no more than three bowel movements per week for several weeks.
  • Severe constipation, which can last for several days. It is also resistant to treatment, and the patient has a bowel movement only once a week.
  • Chronic constipation: severe constipation that occurs suddenly for a shorter period of time, making it acute; or that lasts for several weeks or months, making it chronic.

Precautions

DulcoSoft may be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding; however, it is recommended to consult a doctor before using DulcoSoft.

Do not use:

  • if you are allergic to macrogol 4000 or any of the ingredients,
  • in children under 8 years of age,
  • if you have a severe inflammatory bowel disease (such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease) or toxic megacolon (colestasis),
  • if you have a gastrointestinal perforation or are at risk of one,
  • in cases of ileus or suspected intestinal obstruction or symptomatic stenosis,
  • in cases of abdominal pain of unknown cause.
  • As with all laxatives, an organic disorder must be ruled out before starting treatment.
  • DulcoSoft should not be used daily for an extended period without determining the cause of the constipation.
  • Consult a doctor in case of persistent abdominal pain.
  • In cases of diarrhea, patients at risk of fluid or electrolyte imbalance (e.g., the elderly, patients with hepatic or renal impairment, or patients taking diuretics) should exercise caution, and electrolyte balance should be monitored.
  • Allergic reactions (such as shock or anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, hives, skin rash, or hypersensitivity) have been reported in patients taking products containing macrogol.
  • If any of the signs or symptoms described above occur, stop taking DulcoSoft and consult a doctor immediately.
  • DulcoSoft is suitable for people with diabetes and those on a low-sodium diet.

Possible side effects:

In general, the side effects observed were mild and transient.

  • In adults:

Diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, fecal incontinence, and flatulence.

Rarely, the following may occur: anaphylactic shock, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, hives, skin rash, hypersensitivity.

  • In children:

Diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, vomiting, nausea, and flatulence.

Rarely, the following may occur: anaphylactic shock, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, hives, skin rash, and hypersensitivity.

What are the ingredients in Dulcosoft, a laxative to prevent constipation?

Ingredients

1 sachet containing 10 g of powder contains 10 g of Macrogol 4000 (no excipients).

Presentation

This product comes in sachets, making it convenient and easy to use. Each sachet contains a single 10 g dose of powder to be dissolved in water or another beverage, either cold or hot. The box contains 10 sachets, at the best price.

Expert Advice and Recommendations

In addition to Dulcosoft Constipation Macrogol 4000, several other products may be beneficial for your gut health.

To strengthen your gut flora, consider adding probiotics to your daily routine. They help support the immune system and maintain a healthy balance of your gut microflora.

Furthermore, a high-fiber diet is essential for maintaining regular bowel movements. To complement a healthy, balanced diet, you might consider adding dietary supplements, such as organic blond psyllium, known for its ability to regulate bowel movements.

Hydration also plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy bowel movements. Consider incorporating magnesium-rich oral rehydration solutions into your daily routine.

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Shapes, Presentations

Drinkable solution :

250 ml bottle (ACL 34015 6301731 8 ).

Powder for oral solution:

Box of 10 bags (ACL 34015 7393250 2 ).

Composition

Drinkable solution :

10 ml of solution contain 5 g of macrogol 4000. Excipients: potassium sorbate (preservative), citric acid, purified water.

Powder:

1 sachet of 10 g of powder contains 10 g of macrogol 4000.

Properties, Use

DulcoSoft is a medical device whose main component is macrogol 4000, an osmotic laxative. Macrogol 4000 has a high water holding capacity. It serves as a support to transport the liquid (water) and delays the intestinal absorption of water, resulting in an increase in the amount of water in the colon. It softens the hard stools and increases their volume. This leads to faster transit and to make evacuation easier, offering a natural feeling of relief. Macrogol 4000 has a purely physical mode of action: it is not absorbed by the body and is excreted in unchanged form.

DulcoSoft is recommended to relieve constipation and soften hard stools.

Usage tips

DulcoSoft has a flavorless taste and can be dissolved (pouch) or mixed directly (drinkable solution) in water or in a cold or hot drink (about 150 ml): glass of water, fruit juice or tea for example .

Adults and children aged 8 and over:

Unless otherwise prescribed by the physician, the recommended dose is 20 to 40 ml of solution (dose measured using the measuring cup) or 1 to 2 sachets per day (equivalent to 10 to 20 g of macrogol 4000), to be taken preferably at one time in the morning.

The recommended dose above should be adapted according to individual requirements. It can go from 1 catch per day to 1 catch every 2 days. The appropriate dose is the lowest that can produce regular soft stools.

DulcoSoft usually requires 24 to 72 hours to effect. It should not be taken for more than 15 days. If constipation persists, the cause should be investigated.

Do not take a double dose of DulcoSoft if you forget the previous dose.

Excessive doses of DulcoSoft are likely to cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, or vomiting that stops when treatment is discontinued or the dose decreased.

Large fluid losses due to diarrhea or vomiting may require correction of the electrolyte imbalance. In these circumstances, contact a doctor.

Precautions for use

In case of pregnancy or breast-feeding DulcoSoft can be taken, however, it is recommended to seek advice from a physician before using DulcoSoft.

Do not use :

  • in case of macrogol allergy   4000 or any of the components,

  • in children under 8 years of age,

  • in cases of severe inflammatory bowel disease (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease) or toxic megacolon (colectasis),

  • in case of digestive perforation or risk of digestive perforation,

  • in case of ileus or suspicion of intestinal occlusion or symptomatic stenosis,

  • in the case of abdominal pain syndromes of indeterminate cause.

As with all laxatives, an organic disorder should be discarded before starting treatment.

DulcoSoft should not be used daily over an extended period of time without having determined the cause of constipation.

Consult a physician for persistent abdominal pain.

In patients with diarrhea, patients who are subject to disturbance of fluid or electrolyte balance (eg, elderly patients, patients with hepatic or renal insufficiency, or patients taking diuretics) should be cautious and electrolyte balance should be monitored.

Allergic reactions (such as shock or anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, urticaria, rash, hypersensitivity) have been reported in patients taking macrogol-containing products.

In the event of signs or symptoms described above, stop taking DulcoSoft and seek medical attention immediately.

DulcoSoft is suitable for diabetics and patients with a low sodium diet.

Possible side effects:

In general, the side effects observed were mild and transient.

  • In adults:

    Diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, fecal incontinence and flatulence.

    Rarely can occur: anaphylactic shock, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, urticaria, rash, hypersensitivity.

  • In children:

    Diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, vomiting, nausea and flatulence.

    Rarely can occur: anaphylactic shock, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, urticaria, rash, hypersensitivity.

Packet: contains no gluten.

Storage conditions

Store at a temperature below 25 ° C.

Oral solution: use within 6 weeks of opening the bottle. Do not refrigerate.

Administrative information

Oral solution: CE marking 0482.

Powder: CE marking 0197.

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Medical and Pharmacovigilance Info:

Fax: 01 57 62 06 62

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