Product introduction Freelex Plus Oral Suspension is a combination medicine used in the treatment of constipation. This medicine absorbs water, hence makes the stool soft and easier to pass. It also helps in the easy passage of gas. Freelex Plus Oral Suspension is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are diarrhea and abdominal discomfort. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Uses of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension Treatment of Constipation Benefits of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension In Treatment of Constipation Freelex Plus Oral Suspension acts a laxative that helps treat constipation (infrequent bowel movements and hard, dry stools). It works by drawing water into your bowels and making your stools softer and easier to pass. Freelex Plus Oral Suspension also increases the movement of intestines which helps empty your bowels easily. Freelex Plus Oral Suspension reduces the pain and discomfort and improves your quality of life. Freelex Plus Oral Suspension might take 1-2 days to work. Take Freelex Plus Oral Suspension as instructed and do not stop without consulting your doctor. To prevent constipation it is advisable to eat more high-fibre foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water. Side effects of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Freelex Plus Stomach pain Diarrhea Abdominal discomfort How to use Freelex Plus Oral Suspension Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Freelex Plus Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. How Freelex Plus Oral Suspension works Sodium picosulfate, liquid paraffin and milk of magnesia, which relieves constipation. Sodium picosulfate is a stimulant laxative which increases peristalsis (the wave-like movement of the intestines) to push the stools forward. Liquid paraffin is a lubricant laxative which helps retain water and fat in the stools, while milk of magnesia is an osmotic laxative which works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, making the stools soft. Together, they make stools easier to pass. Safety advice warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Freelex Plus Oral Suspension. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. warnings Driving CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether Freelex Plus Oral Suspension alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Freelex Plus Oral Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. warnings Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Freelex Plus Oral Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. What if you forget to take Freelex Plus Oral Suspension? If you miss a dose of Freelex Plus Oral Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.