Don’t let stubborn stools outstay their welcome – try our Movicol® product range. All our Movicol® products help to gently relieve constipation by hydrating and softening the stool. Available over-the-counter without a prescription at your local pharmacy, supermarket pharmacies and online.  

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FAQs

Movicol® Lemon & Lime, Chocolate and Plain come in the form of powder which you mix with 125ml of water.

Yes you can now buy Movicol® Ease at a store near you and for other Movicol® products please ask your pharmacist.

No, you don’t. You can buy Movicol® over-the-counter without needing a doctor’s appointment.

No, none of the Movicol® range contains any sugars.**

No, none of the Movicol® range contains any sugars.

No, none of the Movicol® range contains any sugars.

No, none of the Movicol® range contains sucrose.

Some people might experience diarrhoea when first taking Movicol®, but this can be addressed by decreasing the dosage depending on how bowel movements compare to various types of poo shown on the Movicol® stool chart.

The treatment time may vary but if you need to take Movicol® Ease longer than 5 days please see a healthcare professional. For all other Movicol® products if you need to take it for longer than two weeks please see a healthcare professional.

Movicol® contains macrogol which binds to water and draws it to your bowel, where it hydrates and softens stubborn stools making them easier to pass. Find out more about how Movicol® works here.

Although results can vary from person to person, most users experience relief within 24-48 hours* after using Movicol®, gently alleviating stubborn stools and helping restore natural bowel movements.

See the full range of Movicol® products and prices here.

The treatment time may vary but if you need to take Movicol® Ease longer than 5 days please see a healthcare professional. For all other Movicol® products if you need to take it for longer than two weeks please see a healthcare professional.

Movicol® is a gentle but effective laxative containing macrogol that harnesses the power of water to soften the stool and helps restore natural bowel movements.

Movicol® is effective when it comes to moving on stubborn stools or providing constipation relief and what’s more Movicol® comes with few side effects. Please read the product pack leaflet for a full list of potential side effects. The macrogol in Movicol® binds with water which takes it to the hard, dry poo so that it becomes soft and easier for your body to pass.

Movicol® is a gentle stool hydrator and laxative containing macrogol which harnesses the power of water to restore natural bowel movements.

Movicol® Ease is for those 18 years old and over but the rest of the Movicol range is for those 12 years old and over

Movicol® is generally well tolerated. It can cause potential side effects, although not everybody gets them. Please read the Movicol® pack leaflet for a full list of potential side effects.

Movicol® is generally well tolerated. It can cause potential side effects, although not everybody gets them. Please read the Movicol® pack leaflet for a full list of potential side effects.

Movicol® is generally well tolerated. It can cause potential side effects, although not everybody gets them. Please read the product pack leaflet for a full list of potential side effects.

If constipation persists or becomes a concern, seek medical advice by visiting your doctor or pharmacist. Keeping a record of your bowel movements two weeks prior to your appointment can help your doctor in understanding and diagnosing your condition.

For Movicol® Ease a healthcare professional should be consulted after 5 days if constipation persists. For all other Movicol® products please consult a healthcare professional after two weeks. Or if you are concerned.