Micolette Micro-enema

How does it work?

Sodium citrate is known as an 'osmotic laxative'. It works by causing water to be drawn into the lower bowel. This increases the water content and volume of the stools, making them softer and easier to pass. Glycerol works by irritating the nerves in the gut wall. These nerves then make the muscles in the intestine contract harder and more often. When the gut contracts, it moves the stools along the gut faster. Sodium lauryl sulphoacetate is present in this preparation to lubricate the stools. All these combined effects lead to the relief of constipation.

What is it used for?

Chronic constipation

Constipation

Warning!

Prolonged use may interfere with the absorption of some vitamins.

Excessive use may cause diarrhoea and fluid loss. In such cases treatment should be discontinued.

Use with caution in

No known conditions

Not to be used in

Children under three years of age

Inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease

Sudden onset of gastro-intestinal conditions

Ulcerative bowel disease

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used during pregnancy.

There is no information available regarding the safety of this medicine during breastfeeding. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Abdominal cramps

Irritation of the back passage

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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