Please follow the directions for use and dosage instructions printed on your OsmoLax Relief pack. Your OsmoLax Relief pack contains a measuring scoop, either a double-sided 8.5g/17g scoop, or a single 8.5g scoop, depending on the product purchased.

For adults and children over the age of 12 years:

One sachet or one level 17g measuring scoop mixed with 1 cup (approx. 240ml) of liquid once daily. This can be increased to a maximum of 2 doses of 17g daily, dependent on the severity of your constipation and need.

For children aged 6 to 12 years:

The usual starting dose is two level 8.5g measuring scoops (or one 17g scoop), mixed with 1 cup (approx. 240ml) of liquid once daily. The dose should be adjusted up or down as required to produce regular, soft, comfortable stools. The maximum dose should not exceed three 8.5g scoops daily.

For children aged 4 to 5 years:

The usual starting dose is one level 8.5g measuring scoop, mixed with ½ cup (approx. 120ml) of liquid once daily. This can be increased to a maximum of two 8.5g scoops (or one 17g scoop) mixed with 1 cup (approx. 240ml) of liquid daily, if required to produce regular, soft, comfortable stools.

Add OsmoLax Relief to your favourite drink of choice, such as water, juice, soft drink, tea, or coffee, according to the dosage instructions on your pack. Stir until dissolved then drink. OsmoLax Relief generally produces results in 1-3 days. Continue to take until your body’s natural rhythm is restored.

The dose of OsmoLax Relief can be adjusted up or down, as required to produce regular, comfortable stools. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.

OsmoLax Relief can be mixed and stored in the fridge up to 6 hours before taking. Discard any solution that is not used within 6 hours. OsmoLax Relief should be taken 2 hours before or after other medication.

Store below 30° C.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Before taking OsmoLax Relief:

Do not take OsmoLax Relief if you are allergic to macrogol (polyethylene glycol).

If you are pregnant, likely to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, or taking other medications, check with your healthcare professional before taking OsmoLax Relief.

Do not take OsmoLax Relief if you have an intestinal obstruction, perforated gut wall, severe ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, toxic megacolon, or kidney damage.

Whilst taking OsmoLax Relief:

Drink plenty of water during the day. Increase the amount of fibre in the diet, except in cases of constipation induced by medication e.g., with codeine.

The use of laxatives may cause stomach-ache, rumbling, bloating, loose stools, or diarrhoea. Stop taking OsmoLax Relief if any of these symptoms occur, until they clear.

Stop using OsmoLax Relief and tell your healthcare professional if you feel weak, breathless, very thirsty with a headache, have rectal bleeding, or get puffy ankles.

Prolonged use of laxatives of any kind is undesirable and may cause problems.

When using OsmoLax Relief to help treat children

Most children will occasionally experience constipation. Many will have a tendency for recurring mild constipation.

This can usually be managed with healthy eating, regular exercise and toilet use, and occasional use of a laxative if required.

If your child is experiencing excessive straining and discomfort or pain, see your healthcare professional.