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