Microlax is intended for rectal use only.
General application steps are as follows:
- Wash your hands thoroughly before use.
- Remove the cap from the applicator tube.
- Squeeze a small drop of solution onto the applicator tip to help lubricate it.
- Gently insert the applicator tip into the rectum, following the instructions for the user's age.
- Squeeze the tube to administer the recommended amount of solution.
- Keep the tube compressed while withdrawing the applicator.
- Dispose of the used tube safely.
- Wash your hands after administration.
Important: The appropriate insertion depth and dose may differ for adults, children and infants. Follow the current patient information leaflet and seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor when using Microlax for a child.
Microlax typically works within 5–20 minutes, so it is advisable to remain close to a toilet after administration.
Do not use more frequently or for longer than recommended without medical advice.
How Quickly Does Microlax Work?
One of the main benefits of Microlax Constipation Relief is its relatively rapid onset of action.
A bowel movement will typically occur within 5–20 minutes after administration.
However, the time taken to work can vary depending on the individual and the severity of constipation.
If Microlax does not provide relief, do not repeatedly administer additional doses without checking the product instructions or speaking to a healthcare professional.