Dulcolax® Adult Pico Liquid 5mg / 5ml oral solution
Dulcolax® Adult Pico Liquid 5 mg / 5 ml oral solution provides predictable overnight relief in 6-12 hours. If you take it at night, you should be able to go to the toilet in the morning, in the comfort of your own home.
The fruit flavour liquid solution is sugar free and available in 100ml oral solution.
Dulcolax Twelve Plus Pico Liquid 5 mg / 5 ml is also available under pharmacist supervision, suitable for 12 years old and older.
Benefits of Dulcolax® Adult Pico Liquid 5 mg / 5 ml oral solution
Relieves symptoms of constipation
Stimulates the muscles of the colon and increases the water content which helps soften the stool
Overnight relief (In 6-12 hours)
Gives relief within a predictable timeframe (In 6-12 hours)
Works in harmony with your body
Predictable overnight relief in 6-12 hours
Use and dosage
Dulcolax® Adult Pico Liquid, 5 mg / 5 ml, oral solution is best taken at night.
Not to be used in children or adolescents under the age of 18 years. Dulcolax® Twelve plus Pico Liquid 5mg/5ml oral solution, under pharmacist supervision, can be suitable for 12 years old and older.
Adults aged 18+ years old:
- Take one to two "5 ml" spoonfuls at night (5-10 mg)
- Can be diluted with water if you wish.
Dulcolax Adult Pico Liquid and Dulcolax Twelve Plus Pico Liquid should not be taken in pregnancy and during breastfeeding. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before taking these products during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What's in Dulcolax® Adult Pico Liquid, 5 mg / 5 ml, oral solution?
Sodium picosulfate
Sodium picosulfate is a laxative that works within 6-12 hours by stimulating bowel muscles to move waste products (poo) through your body, helping you go to the toilet.
Preservatives
Dulcolax® Adult Pico Liquid contains 4.8 vol % ethanol (alcohol), i.e. up to 480 mg per 10 ml dose, equivalent to 10.4 ml beer or 4.3 ml of wine per 10 ml dose. This may be harmful for people with a drink problem (alcoholism). This should also be taken into account in pregnant or breast-feeding women, children and high risk groups such as those with liver disease or epilepsy. Dulcolax® Adult Pico Liquid contains the preservatives methyl parahydroxybenzoate(E218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate(E216) which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
The Dulco® range
Dulco® products help get your digestive system moving. There are different types of relief available, including gradual relief, overnight relief and fast relief. All of them help your mind and body feel clear again.
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Dulcolax® Adult Tablets
Dulcolax® Tablets provide targeted relief that works away whilst you sleep, stimulating your natural bowel movement in harmony with your body. Take at night in the comfort of your own home to make it easier to pass poo when you wake up (between 6-12 hours later). So, you can expect to feel good inside and out.
Dulcolax® Twelve Plus suppositories
Get fast relief in 10-30 minutes with this quick-acting stimulant laxative. Dulcolax® Twelve Plus 10mg suppositories work quickly to stimulate bowel muscles and soften poo, making it easier to pass.
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Dulcolax® Adult Tablets
Dulcolax® Tablets provide targeted relief that works away whilst you sleep, stimulating your natural bowel movement in harmony with your body. Take at night in the comfort of your own home to make it easier to pass poo when you wake up (between 6-12 hours later). So, you can expect to feel good inside and out.
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Dulcolax® Twelve Plus suppositories
Get fast relief in 10-30 minutes with this quick-acting stimulant laxative. Dulcolax® Twelve Plus 10mg suppositories work quickly to stimulate bowel muscles and soften poo, making it easier to pass.
Stay in the know
Constipation can be annoyingly persistent. We know how frustrating and stressful it can be, so can help you identify the causes of your constipation and how to prevent it.
Which daily habits can cause constipation?
There are things we do during the day that can have an impact on our digestive system. Stress, travel, diet and lifestyle can all cause constipation. But fear not, there are some simple changes you can make to get things moving again.
Why can travel cause constipation?
Constipation can happen when your life or daily routine changes. For example, travelling can sometimes shake things up and change your bowel movements. Adapting to new time zones, new foods and new environments can trigger your digestive system to get constipated.
Why can stress cause constipation?
Our digestive system is sensitive to stress. Whether you’re experiencing stress at work, fighting against deadlines or going through a tough time in a relationship, it can all impact heavily on your digestive system. Healthy mind, healthy body.
Why does getting older cause constipation?
As we get older, our bowel muscles need a little more time to move food and poo through the intestines. That's why constipation is common in elderly people - and it can have a considerable impact on their quality of life. Understand how age can change your body and how to adapt to help yourself feel better.
Why does pregnancy cause constipation?
During pregnancy, certain hormones increase and trigger lots of changes in the body. Pregnant women often suffer from difficult and irregular trips to the toilet, as well as abdominal pain and discomfort. Although not dangerous in most cases, it's important to deal with constipation properly in pregnancy.
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