Dulcosoft Mild Laxative 10 sachets is a macrogol-based medical device used for the symptomatic treatment of constipation and for the softening of hard stools.
For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications, please consult the instructions for use of dulcosoft in sachet.
Occasional constipation concerns millions of French people, but this gastrointestinal disorder, the most common in adults, is mainly the prerogative of women, who suffer from it two to three times more than men. Diet, physical inactivity and lack of exercise are common factors, but female hormones also play a role in this pathology. Moreover, 45% of women consider that they have always been more or less constipated, to the point of feeling anxiety on a daily basis.
DulcoSoft sachets are used for the symptomatic treatment of constipation .
The main component of DulcoSoft® is macrogol 4000, an osmotic laxative . Macrogol 4000 has a high water retention capacity. It serves as a carrier to transport liquid (water) and delays the intestinal absorption of water resulting in an increase in the amount of water in the colon. There it softens hard stools and increases their volume. This leads to faster transit and easier evacuation, providing a feeling of natural relief. Macrogol 4000 has a purely physical mode of action: it is not absorbed by the body and is excreted unchanged.
Children under the age of 8 should not use this product.
DulcoSoft usually takes 24-72 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 forget the previous dose.
Excessive doses of DulcoSoft may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension or vomiting which stops when treatment is discontinued or the dose reduced.
Significant fluid losses due to diarrhea or vomiting may require correction of electrolyte imbalance. In these circumstances, contact a doctor.
There are several types of constipation:
1 sachet of 10 g of powder contains 10 g of Macrogol 4000 (no excipients).
Macrogol is an osmotic laxative substance, it is able to cause an increase in the volume of intestinal fluids. This increase will on the one hand soften the stools and on the other hand stimulate the intestine and the colon (via neuromuscular receptors found in the wall of the digestive tract). They will then increase their motricity so as to expel the stools which will also have become less dense.
Box of 10 sachets (ACL 34015 7393250 2 ).
In case of pregnancy or breastfeeding DulcoSoft can be taken, however, it is recommended to seek advice from a doctor before using DulcoSoft.
Do not use :
in case of allergy to macrogol 4000 or one of the components,
in children under 8 years old,
in case of severe inflammatory bowel disease (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease) or toxic megacolon (colectasis),
in the event of digestive perforation or risk of digestive perforation,
in case of ileus or suspicion of intestinal obstruction or symptomatic stenosis,
in case of abdominal pain syndromes of undetermined cause.
As with all laxatives, an organic disorder should 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 case of diarrhea, patients prone to disturbance of water or electrolyte balance (e.g. the elderly, patients with hepatic or renal impairment or patients taking diuretics) should be cautious and the electrolyte balance should be monitored.
Allergic manifestations (such as shock or anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, urticaria, rash, hypersensitivity) have been reported in patients taking products containing macrogol.
In case of signs or symptoms described above, stop taking DulcoSoft and consult a doctor immediately.
DulcoSoft is suitable for diabetics and patients with a low sodium diet.
Possible side effects:
In general, the observed side effects were mild and transient.
In adults:
Diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting, fecal incontinence and flatulence.
Rarely, may occur: anaphylactic shock, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, urticaria, rash, hypersensitivity.
In children:
Diarrhea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension, vomiting, nausea and flatulence.
Rarely may occur: anaphylactic shock, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, urticaria, rash, hypersensitivity.
Sachet: does not contain gluten.
Drinkable solution :
250 ml bottle (ACL 34015 6301731 8 ).
Powder for oral solution:
Box of 10 bags (ACL 34015 7393250 2 ).
10 ml of solution contain 5 g of macrogol 4000. Excipients: potassium sorbate (preservative), citric acid, purified water.
1 sachet of 10 g of powder contains 10 g of macrogol 4000.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
Store at a temperature below 25 ° C.
Oral solution: use within 6 weeks of opening the bottle. Do not refrigerate.
Oral solution: CE marking 0482.
Powder: CE marking 0197.
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