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Constipation State of the Nation

We asked 17,000 people around the world about their toilet habits to create the first ever CONSTIPATION STATE OF THE NATION REPORT
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Movicol® Ease is a targeted stool softener and hydrator available in supermarkets and online, without a prescription.

Move on with Movicol® 

Movicol® is clinically-proven to harness the power of water using its triple-effect formula that draws water into the stool to hydrate, to soften and to restore a natural, more regular, bowel movement.  
Hydrate

The macrogol in Movicol® binds with water, taking it to where it is needed – your poo! – to get things moving again.

Soften

The hydrating effect of Movicol® softens the dehydrated stool to help provide constipation relief.

Helps to Restore

Movicol® helps restore a more regular, natural bowel movement.

Movicol® focuses on taking water to where it’s needed.

Movicol® contains macrogol which helps to relieve the sensation of blocked bowels and other constipation symptoms by drawing water towards dry stools. This hydrates and softens stools to help you ‘go’.

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If you’re suffering with the symptoms of a stubborn stool you’re not alone. In fact, 77%* of people experience constipation symptoms at least a couple of times a year.   The good news? Movicol® provides gentle but effective constipation relief from stubborn stools by harnessing the power of water to hydrate and soften the stool so it passes more easily.

The new look Movicol® range is now available without a prescription. Movicol® sachets contain the active ingredient macrogol and come in three flavours.

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Movicol® Ease Citrus Flavour Sachets
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Movicol® Ease Flavour Free Sachets
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When you recognise signs of a stubborn stool, ask for Movicol® in pharmacy, supermarket or online.

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Stubborn stool and constipation relief without prescription

You can buy Movicol® without a prescription.

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Easy-to-mix Movicol® sachets

Movicol® sachets dissolve easily in 125ml of water

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May be used during pregnancy

Movicol® can be taken during pregnancy or by breastfeeding mothers.

Medicines can affect the unborn baby. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine in pregnancy.

Movicol® is easy to use in three simple steps.

1
Dissolve one Movicol® sachet in 125ml of water, stir and drink.

The active ingredient macrogol gets to work, binding with water and taking it to where it needs to go – your poo! – so it becomes hydrated and soft.

2
Wait for gentle constipation relief within a few days.

Your stubborn stool becomes a soft stool that’s easier for your body to pass.

3
To restore your natural bowel movement.

Enjoy the relief of returning to your regular routine.

Find out how Movicol® works

To learn more about stubborn stools, macrogol, constipation symptoms and tips for managing your bowel health, visit the Movicol® blog.

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Do you have any other questions? Let us help you.

Movicol® is effective when it comes to moving on stubborn stools or providing constipation relief and what’s more Movicol® comes with few side effects. Please read the product pack leaflet for a full list of potential side effects. The macrogol in Movicol® binds with water which takes it to the hard, dry poo so that it becomes soft and easier for your body to pass.

The treatment time may vary but if you need to take Movicol® Ease longer than 5 days please see a healthcare professional. For all other Movicol® products if you need to take it for longer than two weeks please see a healthcare professional.

Some people might experience diarrhoea when first taking Movicol®, but this can be addressed by decreasing the dosage depending on how bowel movements compare to various types of poo shown on the Movicol® stool chart.

The treatment time may vary but if you need to take Movicol® Ease longer than 5 days please see a healthcare professional. For all other Movicol® products if you need to take it for longer than two weeks please see a healthcare professional.

Movicol® is a gentle stool hydrator and laxative containing macrogol which harnesses the power of water to restore natural bowel movements.

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References

 

1 Rose C, Parker A, Jefferson B, et al. The characterization of Feces and urine: A review of the literature to inform Advanced Treatment Technology. Crit Rev Environ Sci Technol. 2015 Sep 2;45(17):1827-1879.

*Movicol Usage and Attitude Market Research, 2023, 5055 respondents

 

Date of Prep: 7.06.2024 | GL-GE-MOV-2400011