In Pharmacy Malaysia, we know that constipation is the most frequent functional disorder in routine gastroenterological practice. On the basis of epidemiological data, its prevalence is assessed at 10% of the general population and it is largely predominant among women and the elderly.

Substances in the gastrointestinal tract, which have not been absorbed in the small intestine, enter the large intestine in the form of liquid and fiber to be disposed of. The first half of the colon absorbs fluids and recycles them into the blood stream. Normal stool contains about 80% of water and if this content decreases, the stool become hard and it leads to straining and painful defecation.

Straining at stool may leads to haemorrhoids, fissures, hernia, fainting or even cerebrovascular incidents.

In constipation, the choice of treatment is based not only on efficacy, rapid and constant therapeutic effects, but also on the necessity of a long-term, safe and well-tolerated treatment.

forlax® consists of Macrogol 4000, is an orange-grapefruit flavored, gentle acting osmotic laxative. It is neither absorbed nor metabolized, and upon ingestion forlax® hydrates and softens the stools.

Its effectiveness is demonstrated by the return to normal transit within 24 to 48 hours after its administration, with a daily stool with no straining, as early as in the first week of treatment. forlax® is a unique treatment option that has proven efficacy without any compromise in safety. Due to forlax®'s active ingredient and gentle mode of action, patients will not develop a dependency on this product.

Best of all, forlax® is not absorbed and does not react chemically with the body. So it if safe for pregnant and lactating women too. (Generally, pregnant and lactating women should consult their doctor before taking any medication) forlax® does not contain any sugar or salt, which makes it safe for diabetics and kidney disease patients. forlax® is also safe for virtually everyone else.

In light of its' effectiveness and tolerability, the use of forlax® 10g has recently been extended to include children 8 years of age and older.

Ingredients

COMPOSITION For a sachet of 10.167g:

Macrogol (INN) 4000 .................................................... 10.000g
Saccharin sodium .......................................................... 0.017g
Orange-grapefruit flavour ............................................... 0.150g

Orange grapefruit flavour contains: Orange and grapefruit oils, concentrated orange juice, citral, acetaldehydek linalool, ethyl butyrate, alpha terpineol, octanal, beta gamma hexenol, maltodextrine, gum Arabic, sorbitol.

Container Size:

PRESENTATION AND FORM Powder for oral solution. Box of  20 sachets.

Directions:

THERAPEUTIC INDICATION forlax® 10g is indicated symptomatic treatment of constipation in adults and children aged 8 years and above. An organic disorder should have been ruled out before initiation of treatment. forlax® 10g should remain a temporary adjuvant treatment to appropriate lifestyle and dietary management of constipation, with a maximum 3-months treatment course in children. If symptoms persist despite associated dietary measures, an underlying cause should be suspected and treated.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATIONThe dosage is 1 to 2 sachets per day. The content of each sachet must be dissolved in a glass of water for oral consumption. The effect of forlax® becomes apparent within 24 to 28 hours after its administration.

In children, treatment should not exceed 3 months. Treatment included restoration of bowel movement will be maintained by lifestyle and dietary measures. In all cases, you must strictly comply with your doctor's prescription of your pharmacist's advice.

Warnings:

STORAGE CONDITIONS AND SHELF LIFETo be stored below 25° C. Do not exceed the expiry date plainly indicated on the pack. Keep out of reach of children.

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