Myrelax Powder (Polyethylene Glycol 3350)

Adult dose

As polyethylene glycol 3350, take 17 g per day dissolved in approximately 240 mL of water, juice, soda, coffee, tea, etc., preferably in the morning.

This medication should not be taken by patients with moderate inflammatory bowel disease, those at risk of bowel perforation, patients suspected of having bowel obstruction, and patients with unexplained abdominal pain. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, nursing mothers, patients with kidney disease, patients with irritable bowel syndrome, patients experiencing sudden changes in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks, patients on sodium or potassium-restricted diets, and children and adolescents must consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. If symptoms such as nausea, abdominal bloating, cramping, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, rectal bleeding, severe allergic reactions or hives, rashes, itching, or swelling occur while taking this medication, you should immediately stop taking it and consult a professional. Particularly in the elderly, overdose may lead to diarrhea and vomiting, so caution is needed, and if symptoms do not improve within one week of the first dose, you should consult a professional. This medication is not recommended for long-term use for the treatment of constipation, and it is important to combine it with a healthy diet and exercise. When taken with other medications, the absorption of the other medications may be reduced or delayed, so a minimum interval of 2 hours should be maintained. Long-term or excessive use may lead to electrolyte imbalances or drug dependence, so caution is advised. This medication does not affect driving or operating machinery. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container for safety.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• swelling
• anaphylaxis

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• abdominal bloating
• cramping
• abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• vomiting
• upper abdominal pain
• gastrointestinal irritation
• rectal bleeding
• rashes

Drug interactions

This medication must be taken with a minimum interval of 2 hours between other medications. Do not take simultaneously.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is important to maintain a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White to off-white crystalline powder

Package unit

14 sachets/box