Myths and Facts
01
Myth
All laxatives taste bad
Effecol 3350 has a pleasant taste of orange and Effecol Junior is tasteless and odourless
02
Myth
Laxatives cause gas
Effecol 3350 normalizes bowel movement without causing gas
03
Myth
After you take a laxative, stay near toilet facilities until it acts.
It depends on the type of laxative you are taking. Effecol 3350 naturally regulates bowel movement without causing urgency
04
Myth
Laxatives are addictive
Excessive or extensive use of some laxatives may be addictive. Effecol 3350 is not addictive and does not require progressively increased dosage
05
Myth
Laxatives provoke loss of electrolytes and dehydration
Effecol 3350 has an iso-osmotic effect, it draws water from its surrounding area to the bowel. For this reason it does not provoke electrolyte loss
06
Myth
Having constipation means that you must increase your fiber intake
Increased fibre intake in your diet may help. However, chronic constipation may be related to an underlying medical condition. If your symptoms persist for longer than 2 weeks you must visit your doctor
07
Myth
A person should go to the toilet every day
Normal bowel movement varies from person to person. Some visit the toilet three times a day and some three times a week. Constipation is when you have fewer than three bowel movements a week.
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Myth
It’s all right if you delay toilet time
Ignoring your need when it presents itself may cause discomfort and intensify your constipation