What is Microlax Enema/Micro-enema used for?

This medicine is used to treat constipation and help a bowel movement. This medicine is also used to facilitate rectoscopic and sigmoidoscopic examination.

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Microlax Enema/Micro-enema be stored?

Store in a cool, dry palce. Protect from moisture. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

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When should Microlax Enema/Micro-enema not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine or similar medications if you have intestinal obstruction

What precautions should I follow when taking Microlax Enema/Micro-enema?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condit

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Microlax Enema/Micro-enema?

Keep this medicine out of the reach of chldren and pets. This medicine is not for oral use.

What are the side effects of Microlax Enema/Micro-enema?

Most severe: Abdominal pain (severe)

Most common: Mild abdominal cramps, straining

Other: None

How should I take Microlax Enema/Micro-enema?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the information provided with this medicine and reread it each time you get this prescription refilled. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your health care provider. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Contact your health care provider at once if you feel like you have taken too much of this medicine. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.