Methylcellulose is a laxative easily found in pharmacies in association with other products, which increases the mass and moisture of the stool, stimulating bowel functioning.
Indications
Constipation.
Side effects
Abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting.
Contraindications
Oesophageal obstruction, pain or difficulty swallowing, acute surgical abdomen, appendicitis, intestinal obstruction, abdominal pain, intestinal perforation, undiagnosed rectal bleeding, children under 6 years.
How to use
Take one 125 ml glass of water with each dose of the product and, if abdominal pain develops, it is advisable to stop the ingestion.
Consumption of this type of laxative may reduce the action of potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics, oral anticoagulants, digitalis or salicylates.
