Laxipeg Plv Tin 200g

What is Laxipeg/- aromafrei and when is it used?

Laxipeg/- aromafrei is an osmotically active laxative made from macrogol, which enables stool regulation in the event of constipation. Macrogol is an indigestible substance that binds water. This stimulates intestinal activity, making the stool softer and more slippery. This makes bowel movements easier.

Laxipeg/- aromafrei is used in adults and children to regulate bowel movements in the case of constipation and constipation of various origins (constipation).

What should be considered?

Laxipeg/- aromafrei contains neither sugar nor polyols and can therefore also be taken by diabetics or patients on a galactose-free diet.If you suffer from constipation, you should bal Eat high-energy foods (vegetables, fruit, whole-grain bread) and drink plenty of fluids on a regular basis and ensure physical activity (sport).

When should Laxipeg/- aromafrei not be taken?

Laxipeg/- aromafrei should not be taken if you have a known hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients, if you have severe inflammatory bowel and colon diseases (e.g. ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease), a disruption in the intestinal passage as a result of intestinal paralysis or a Intestinal obstruction (ileus), intestinal perforation (perforation), or the risk of an intestinal perforation, abdominal pain of undetermined origin.

When is caution required when taking Laxipeg/- aromafrei?

In children aged 6 months to 2 years and with a body weight of at least 6 kg, the drug may only be used after consultation with the doctor. Laxipeg/- aromafrei should not be used in younger or lighter children.

If symptoms of constipation persist after 2 weeks, you should consult your doctor.

Elderly patients, patients with impaired liver or kidney function and patients taking diuretics should contact a doctor if diarrhea occurs so that he or she can check the electrolytes.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist or your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally!

Can Laxipeg/- aromafrei be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child if used as intended. However, systematic scientific investigations have never been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.The active ingredient is not absorbed by the digestive tract and therefore does not pass into the bloodstream or breast milk.Laxipeg/- aromafrei can be taken while breastfeeding.

How do you use Laxipeg/- aromafrei?

General e InformationChildren should not take Laxipeg/- aromafrei for longer than 3 months.The dose can be adjusted depending on the effect achieved.The daily dose can be taken in one dose or divided into two doses on an empty stomach.The entire amount should be drunk quite quickly (within a few minutes) and not in small sips over a long period of time.A fluid-rich diet promotes the effect of the drug s.Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor:

Bags:Adults and children over 8 years of age and weighing more than 20 kg

1-2 sachets daily.Do not exceed the maximum dose of 20 g powder per day.The specified dose must be adjusted to individual response. Dissolve the contents of one sachet in at least 125 mL (1 glass) of water. Another drink can also be selected for Laxipeg without aroma.No additional ingredientsAdd data.

Dose:Adults and children over 8 years of age and weighing more than 20 kg

4-8 full measuring spoons a day (one level measuring spoon contains 2.5 g of powder).Do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 20 g of powder.

Children under 8 years of age or weighing less than 20 kg

The usual starting dose is 0.7 g/kg per day.In children aged 6 months to 2 years and with a body weight of at least 6 kg, the drug may only be used after consulting a doctor. Laxipeg/- aromafrei should not be used in younger or lighter children.

Table for calculating the Laxipeg/- aromafrei - dose for children up to 20 kg:

The indicated dose must be adjusted to individual response. It may be recommended to increase or decrease the dose indicated in the table by 1 measuring spoon.The content of the measuring spoon (2.5 g) is dissolved in at least half a glass of water (approx. 60 ml). Another drink can also be chosen for Laxipeg unflavoured.

Do not add any other ingredients.

Observe the dosage given in the package insert or prescribed by the doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Laxipeg/- aromafrei have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Laxipeg/- aromafrei: diarrhoea, abdominal pain, flatulence, nausea and/or vomiting. There have been isolated reports of hypersensitivity reactions, which very rarely can lead to allergic skin reactions and shock (angioneurotic oedema).The occurrence of diarrhea and the urge to defecate and faecal incontinence that usually follows are signs of too high a dosage. These side effects usually subside when the dose is reduced or treatment is temporarily stopped. Diarrhea can cause soreness in the anus.

If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicine may only be used up to the date marked "EXP" on the container.

Store in the original packaging at room temperature (15-25°C) and out of the reach of children .

The medicine in the jar can be kept for 90 days after opening.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for professionals.

What does Laxipeg/- aromafrei contain?Laxipeg:

1 sachet with powder for oral use as a solution contains 9.736 g Macrogolum 4000; Excipients: sweetener: acesulfamum potassium (E950), aromatic: banana aroma.1 can with powder for oral use as a solution contains 194.72 g Macrogolum 4000; Excipients: sweetener: acesulfamum potassium (E950), aromatic: banana aroma.

Laxipeg aroma-free:

1 sachet with powder for oral use as a solution contains 10.00 g Macrogolum 4000.1 can with powder for oral use as a solution contains 200.00 g macrogolum 4000.

Authorization number

62765 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Laxipeg/- aromafrei? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.The following packs are available:

Laxipeg:

20 and 100 bagsel oral powder as a 10 g solution.1 jar oral powder as a 200 g solution and a measuring spoon.

Laxipeg aroma-free:

20 and 100 sachets oral powder as a 10 g solution.1 jar oral powder as a 20 solution 0 g and a measuring spoon.

Authorization holder

Zambon Schweiz AG, 6814 Cadempino.This package leaflet was last checked by the medicines authority (Swissmedic) in May 2013.