Movitol Oral Emulsion 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.

Movitol Oral Emulsion 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 Movitol Oral Emulsion

Treatment of Constipation

Benefits of Movitol Oral Emulsion

In Treatment of Constipation

Movitol Oral Emulsion 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. Movitol Oral Emulsion also increases the movement of intestines which helps empty your bowels easily. Movitol Oral Emulsion reduces the pain and discomfort and improves your quality of life.
Movitol Oral Emulsion might take 1-2 days to work. Take Movitol Oral Emulsion 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 Movitol Oral Emulsion

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 Movitol

Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Abdominal discomfort

How to use Movitol Oral Emulsion

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. $name may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Movitol Oral Emulsion may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Movitol Oral Emulsion 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

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Movitol Oral Emulsion.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Movitol Oral Emulsion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Movitol Oral Emulsion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Movitol Oral Emulsion alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Movitol Oral Emulsion is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Movitol Oral Emulsion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Movitol Oral Emulsion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Movitol Oral Emulsion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Movitol Oral Emulsion?

If you miss a dose of Movitol Oral Emulsion, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Movitol Oral Emulsion

₹136/Oral Emulsion

Eva Q Plus Oral Emulsion Strawberry Mint Sugar Free

Medley Pharmaceuticals

₹148/oral emulsion

6% costlier

Eva Q Plus Oral Emulsion Strawberry Mint Sugar Free

Medley Pharmaceuticals

₹60/oral emulsion

57% cheaper

Kleangut Plus Oral Emulsion Peppermint

Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹268.3/oral emulsion

92% costlier

Zoon Plus Oral Emulsion Sugar Free

Ultimate Healthcare

₹82/oral emulsion

41% cheaper

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Movitol Oral Emulsion for the treatment of constipation.
Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
- Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g
- Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day
- Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week
- Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues
Do not take the medicine immediately before sleeping.
Avoid taking it for longer durations. If symptoms persist, if you need to use it every day, or if you have continuous abdominal pain, you should consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

Suffering from anal itching # Pruritus ani

Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar

Ayurveda

Is suffer from constipation

1.5 month paignant.visit with BT Nw filling pain on belly.why this pain is she feeling. My wife filling pain on lower abdomen

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Does she have constipation

User feedback

Patients taking Movitol Oral Emulsion

Once A Day

90%

Twice A Day

10%

What are you using Movitol Oral Emulsion for?

Constipation

100%

FAQs

What is Movitol Oral Emulsion?

Movitol Oral Emulsion is a combination of three laxatives: Sodium picosulfate, liquid paraffin, and milk of magnesia. Together they help relieve constipation by softening the stools and increasing the movement of the intestine. Sodium picosulfate is a stimulant laxative which increases the movement of the intestines to push the stools forward. Liquid paraffin is a lubricant laxative which helps the stools to retain water. Milk of magnesia is an osmotic laxative and it works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, making the stools soft.

What are the recommended storage conditions for Movitol Oral Emulsion?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Can the use of Movitol Oral Emulsion cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Movitol Oral Emulsion can cause diarrhea. In case you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting a doctor.

How long should laxatives be used for?

Ideally, laxatives should only be used occasionally and for short periods of time. Do not get into the habit of taking laxatives every day to keep the bowels regular and to ease your constipation. It may be harmful.

Can any type of laxative be used for Crohn's disease?

No, some laxatives may not be safe to use if you are suffering from Crohn’s disease. Please consult your doctor before taking any laxatives if you have certain conditions like Crohn's disease and Ulcerative disease.

Show less

Related ayurvedic ingredients

Avipattikara Churna

Wheat

Senna

Top Physicians

4.5 ★

4.3 ★

4.6 ★

4.2 ★

4.1 ★

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

References

Sodium Picosulfate. Guildford, Surrey: Aventis Pharma Limited; 2005 [revised 7 Oct. 2017]. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Liquid Paraffin. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
DailyMed. Magnesium hydroxide. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Sodium Picosulfate. Woburn, Bedfordshire: Dalkeith Laboratories Limited; 2007. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Marketer details

Name: Laxian Healthcare

Address: Goregaon (West), Mumbai Maharastra, Pin Code - 400104

Country of origin: India

The list of available options shown with the same composition has been prepared upon the advice of registered medical practitioners, pharmacists affiliated with TATA 1MG. TATA 1MG does not promote any pharmaceutical product of any particular company, and all recommendations are based on the medical opinion, advisories from specialist medical and pharmaceutical professionals.