Patient Information Leaflet

What is in the suspensions?

Each 5 ml of Co-danthramer suspension contains the active ingredients, Poloxamer 188 (200 mg) and Dantron (25 mg) and each 5 ml of Strong Co-danthramer suspension contains the active ingredients, Poloxamer 188 (1 g) and Dantron (75 mg) respectively.

The suspensions also contain the following inactive ingredients:

• Glyceryl mono/di-oleate,
• Sodium phosphate,
• Nipasept sodium consisting of sodium ethyl, methyl and propyl hydroxybenzoate (E215, E219, E217),
• Butylhydroxytoluene (E321),
• Citric acid monohydrate,
• Potassium sorbate,
• Magnesium aluminium silicate,
• Ethanol,
• Propylene glycol,
• Sorbitol (E420)
• Saccharin sodium.

Co-danthramer suspension also contains peach flavour and Strong Co-danthramer suspension contains peach and capsicum flavour.

Sodium ethyl, methyl and propyl hydroxybenzoates may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).

This product contains small amounts of ethanol (alcohol), less than 100 mg per 5 ml.

The suspensions are available in pack sizes of 30, 50, 100, 250, 300, 500 or 1000 ml*.

Dantron belongs to a group of medicines called laxatives. Poloxamer belongs to a group called faecal softeners.

What is the suspension for?

This suspension is used to prevent or treat constipation.

However, it is only suitable for certain patients, so you should not take this medicine unless it has been prescribed for you by your doctor.

If you would like to know more about constipation, please read the section at the end of this leaflet.

Who can take the suspension?

Before you take the suspension, please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any of the following conditions.

• incontinence (loss of bladder or bowel control).
• obstruction of the intestine (a type of bowel problem).
• pain in the abdomen
• an intolerance to some sugars eg fructose
• sensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product

You must only take the suspension if it has been prescribed for you. Never give it to other people, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.

 

Don't take the suspensions if you are pregnant and don't give to children who still wear nappies.

How do I take my suspension?

This medicine is to be taken orally. The label on your medicine will tell you how much suspension to take and how often. If you are not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take your suspension just before you go to bed.

Will I have any problems?

You may find the skin around your bottom turns pink or red when you take this suspension. Your urine may also turn pink or red. Don't worry this is quite normal and is harmless.

If your constipation doesn't get better, or you have any other problems, please tell your doctor.

How long and where should I keep my suspensions?

There is a 'use-by' date on the label. For example, EXP 8.2005 means that you should not use the suspension after the end of August 2005. After the 'use-by' date, take any suspension you have left to a pharmacy.

Do not store your suspensions above 25°C. Keep them in a safe place where children cannot see or reach them.

What is constipation?

Constipation is when you have difficulty passing anything from your bowels.