DIOCTYL 100 MG CAPSULES
Active substance: DOCUSATE SODIUM 50% IN PEG 400
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dioctyl
100 mg Capsules
Docusate Sodium
For the prevention and treatment of constipation. Dose: Adults and Elderly - Up to five capsules per day. The capsules should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Children - Not recommended. For further information please read the patient information leaflet. Each capsule contains 100 mg docusate sodium. If laxatives are needed every day, or if you have persistent stomach pain, talk to your doctor. Store out of the reach and sight of children.
PL 00039/0737 P Do not store above 25 C. Store in original package in order to protect from moisture.
BARCODE AREA
UCB Pharma Ltd, 208 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3WE, United Kingdom. Batch No:
Dioctyl
In this leaet: 1. What Dioctyl is for 2. Before you take Dioctyl 3. How to take Dioctyl 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store Dioctyl 6. Further Information Do not take Dioctyl if: You are allergic to docusate sodium, or to any of the other ingredients in Dioctyl (see section 6) You are suffering from stomach pains You are feeling sick, or have been sick in the last 24 hours You have a blocked bowel (intestinal obstruction) You have been told you are unable to take a sugar called fructose. Dioctyl contains sorbitol and is therefore unsuitable for you
Use Before:
If you take more Dioctyl than you should
If you take more Dioctyl than you should, drink lots of water and immediately go to your doctor or the nearest hospital casualty department. 4. Possible side effects Like all medicines, Dioctyl can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. If any of the following happen, stop taking Dioctyl and tell your doctor as soon as possible: Diarrhoea Feel sick Stomach cramps Skin rash. If you notice any side effects not mentioned in this leaet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use after the expiry date shown on the label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Store below 25C. Store in the original package to protect it from moisture. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Return all unused medicine to your pharmacist. 6. Further information What Dioctyl contains: The active ingredient is docusate sodium (100mg). The other ingredients are: macrogol 400, propylene glycol, gelatine 195 bloom, glycerol, sorbitol, titanium dioxide (E171), quinoline yellow (E104) and sunset yellow (E110).
100 mg Capsules
Docusate Sodium
For the prevention and treatment of constipation. Dose: Adults and Elderly - Up to five capsules per day. The capsules should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Children - Not recommended. For further information please read the patient information leaflet. Each capsule contains 100 mg docusate sodium. If laxatives are needed every day, or if you have persistent stomach pain, talk to your doctor. Store out of the reach and sight of children. BANLB003-1
If this leaet is difcult to read and you would like it in a different format, please contact UCB Pharma Ltd, 208 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3WE, UK.
100 capsules
Do not remove from container. Please read this carefully before you start to take your medicine.
If you have been told to take Dioctyl during a stomach X-ray, you should take four capsules. Your doctor will tell you exactly when to take the capsules. Dioctyl is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
5. How to store Dioctyl
What Dioctyl looks like Dioctyl are yellow and white soft, oval capsules. They come in blister packs containing 10, 20, 30, 40 or 50 capsules and in plastic containers with 30, 100 or 250 capsules. Not all pack sizes may be marketed. Marketing Authorisation Holder UCB Pharma Ltd, 208 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3WE, UK. Manufacturer Banner Pharmacaps Europe B.V., De Posthoornstraat 7, 5048 AS Tilburg, Netherlands. This leaet was last updated August 2011
dioctyl
Read all of this leaet carefully because it contains important information for you. This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to take Dioctyl carefully to get the best results from it Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.
Dioctyl is one of a group of medicines called laxatives. They are usually taken to prevent and treat constipation that has lasted for a long time. Dioctyl may also be taken during certain types of stomach X-rays, or to help you go to the toilet if you have piles (haemorrhoids).
2. Before you take Dioctyl
1. What Dioctyl is for
You are a child under 12 years old If any of the above applies to you talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor before taking Dioctyl if: You need to take a laxative everyday You have regular or constant stomach pain.
Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: Mineral oil Any other medicine including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Warnings about the ingredients in Dioctyl Dioctyl contains sorbitol and is unsuitable Taking Dioctyl with food and drink Dioctyl can be taken with or without food. Pregnancy and breast-feeding If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breast-feeding ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking Dioctyl.
for people who are unable to take a sugar called fructose. Dioctyl contains the colouring Sunset Yellow E110. This may cause an allergic reaction. Tell your pharmacist before taking this medicine if either of the above statements applies to you.
Read the instructions on the label about how to take your medicine. If you are unsure about anything, ask your pharmacist. Adults and the elderly Swallow Dioctyl capsules whole with a drink of water Take your capsules one at a time at regular intervals throughout the day The maximum dose is 5 capsules although you may need less Reduce your dose as your condition gets better 3. How to take Dioctyl
100 mg Capsules
Docusate Sodium
For the prevention and treatment of constipation. Dose: Adults and Elderly - Up to five capsules per day. The capsules should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Children - Not recommended. For further information please read the patient information leaflet. Each capsule contains 100 mg docusate sodium. If laxatives are needed every day, or if you have persistent stomach pain, talk to your doctor. Store out of the reach and sight of children.
PL 00039/0737 P Do not store above 25 C. Store in original package in order to protect from moisture.
BARCODE AREA
UCB Pharma Ltd, 208 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3WE, United Kingdom. Batch No:
Dioctyl
In this leaet: 1. What Dioctyl is for 2. Before you take Dioctyl 3. How to take Dioctyl 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store Dioctyl 6. Further Information Do not take Dioctyl if: You are allergic to docusate sodium, or to any of the other ingredients in Dioctyl (see section 6) You are suffering from stomach pains You are feeling sick, or have been sick in the last 24 hours You have a blocked bowel (intestinal obstruction) You have been told you are unable to take a sugar called fructose. Dioctyl contains sorbitol and is therefore unsuitable for you
Use Before:
If you take more Dioctyl than you should
If you take more Dioctyl than you should, drink lots of water and immediately go to your doctor or the nearest hospital casualty department. 4. Possible side effects Like all medicines, Dioctyl can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. If any of the following happen, stop taking Dioctyl and tell your doctor as soon as possible: Diarrhoea Feel sick Stomach cramps Skin rash. If you notice any side effects not mentioned in this leaet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use after the expiry date shown on the label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Store below 25C. Store in the original package to protect it from moisture. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Return all unused medicine to your pharmacist. 6. Further information What Dioctyl contains: The active ingredient is docusate sodium (100mg). The other ingredients are: macrogol 400, propylene glycol, gelatine 195 bloom, glycerol, sorbitol, titanium dioxide (E171), quinoline yellow (E104) and sunset yellow (E110).
100 mg Capsules
Docusate Sodium
For the prevention and treatment of constipation. Dose: Adults and Elderly - Up to five capsules per day. The capsules should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Children - Not recommended. For further information please read the patient information leaflet. Each capsule contains 100 mg docusate sodium. If laxatives are needed every day, or if you have persistent stomach pain, talk to your doctor. Store out of the reach and sight of children. BANLB003-1
If this leaet is difcult to read and you would like it in a different format, please contact UCB Pharma Ltd, 208 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3WE, UK.
100 capsules
Do not remove from container. Please read this carefully before you start to take your medicine.
If you have been told to take Dioctyl during a stomach X-ray, you should take four capsules. Your doctor will tell you exactly when to take the capsules. Dioctyl is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
5. How to store Dioctyl
What Dioctyl looks like Dioctyl are yellow and white soft, oval capsules. They come in blister packs containing 10, 20, 30, 40 or 50 capsules and in plastic containers with 30, 100 or 250 capsules. Not all pack sizes may be marketed. Marketing Authorisation Holder UCB Pharma Ltd, 208 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3WE, UK. Manufacturer Banner Pharmacaps Europe B.V., De Posthoornstraat 7, 5048 AS Tilburg, Netherlands. This leaet was last updated August 2011
dioctyl
Read all of this leaet carefully because it contains important information for you. This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to take Dioctyl carefully to get the best results from it Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.
Dioctyl is one of a group of medicines called laxatives. They are usually taken to prevent and treat constipation that has lasted for a long time. Dioctyl may also be taken during certain types of stomach X-rays, or to help you go to the toilet if you have piles (haemorrhoids).
2. Before you take Dioctyl
1. What Dioctyl is for
You are a child under 12 years old If any of the above applies to you talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor before taking Dioctyl if: You need to take a laxative everyday You have regular or constant stomach pain.
Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: Mineral oil Any other medicine including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Warnings about the ingredients in Dioctyl Dioctyl contains sorbitol and is unsuitable Taking Dioctyl with food and drink Dioctyl can be taken with or without food. Pregnancy and breast-feeding If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breast-feeding ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking Dioctyl.
for people who are unable to take a sugar called fructose. Dioctyl contains the colouring Sunset Yellow E110. This may cause an allergic reaction. Tell your pharmacist before taking this medicine if either of the above statements applies to you.
Read the instructions on the label about how to take your medicine. If you are unsure about anything, ask your pharmacist. Adults and the elderly Swallow Dioctyl capsules whole with a drink of water Take your capsules one at a time at regular intervals throughout the day The maximum dose is 5 capsules although you may need less Reduce your dose as your condition gets better 3. How to take Dioctyl
Source: Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
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