Need gentle relief? DulcoSoft® powder for oral solution can work with your body to provide gentle constipation relief within 24-72 hours. The best part? It’s suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding. *

  • Easy to use sachets with powder for oral solution
  • Contains the active ingredient macrogol 4000
  • The World’s No. 1 non-prescription laxative brand 1
  • Doctor advice is recommended when using during pregnancy and breastfeeding

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How many sachets of DulcoSoft® powder for oral solution can I take?

Unless otherwise prescribed by your healthcare professional, the usual daily dose is 1-2 sachets dissolved in 150 ml of water or a drink of your choice. DulcoSoft® should not be taken for longer than 30 days.

What time of day should I take DulcoSoft® powder for oral solution?

It is recommended to take DulcoSoft® as a single dose in the morning. DulcoSoft® usually takes 24-72 hours to work.

Can I use DulcoSoft® if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?

Yes, DulcoSoft® can be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding since the absorption of the product is negligible. However, you should check with your healthcare provider prior to taking DulcoSoft®.

Can children take DulcoSoft®?

DulcoSoft® should not be used by children under the age of 8 years.

Medicine Facts

Active ingredient (in each sachet)

10 g macrogol 4000 as powder for oral solution

Purpose

Osmotic laxative

Use

  • For the symptomatic treatment of constipation and softening of hard stools
  • This product generally produces a bowel movement within 24-72 hours

Warnings

  • Do not give to children under 8 years of age
  • Use may counteract the effect of thickeners if you need to thicken fluids to swallow them safely

Keep out of reach of children Excessive doses are likely to cause diarrhoea, abdominal pain, abdominal distension and vomiting, which resolves when treatment is interrupted or the dose is reduced. Large fluid losses due to diarrhoea or vomiting may require correction of electrolyte imbalance. You should contact a doctor in these circumstances

Ask a doctor before use if

  • You have painful abdominal syndromes of indeterminate cause.
  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • You experience persistent abdominal pain.
  • You need to use a laxative on a continuous daily basis for an extended period (longer than 30 days).

Directions

  • DulcoSoft® Powder for Oral Solution

    Powder should be dissolved in water or in a drink of your choice (about 150 mL)


    Adults and children 8 years of age and over

    1-2 sachets in a single daily dose

Additional information

  • Powder does not contain sugar and is suitable for diabetics
  • Sachets should preferably be taken as a single dose in the morning
  • For more information, refer to the patient information leaflet here

1. Data on File. IQVIA IMS – Value, MAT March 26 YTD.

S0DULCOSOFT® powder for oral solution. powder for oral solution. 1 sachet contains 10 g macrogol as powder for oral solution.
For full prescribing information refer to the instructions for use.
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