Dulcoease 30x

About DulcoEase

DulcoEase helps to soften hard stools for a comfortable way to go to the loo. It comes in the form of a small convenient soft gel capsule that can be swallowed with water. From the makers of DulcoLax, DulcoEase provides effective relief from the pain and embarrassment of "painful poo syndrome".

DulcoEase stool softener provides relief when bowel movement is painful or difficult, if you are constipated or suffer from [quicklink piles] or anal fissure. DulcoEase softens hard, dry stools by increasing their absorption of natural fluids. Also may be used before abdominal X-ray.

How to use Dulcoease

Swallow one DulcoEase capsule whole with water. Take up to 5 times per day as necessary. Do not chew the capsule, as it is designed to pass through the stomach and break down in the intestine where the active ingredient works. The DulcoEase capsule is a soft gel capsule and is very easy to swallow.

Do not take DulcoEase if you are:

• pregnant, thinking of becoming pregnant, or breast feeding
• suffering from stomach pains, feeling sick, or have been sick in the last 24 hours
• allergic to the ingredients
• intolerant to a small quantity of sugar (sorbitol, fructose)
• taking a mineral oil laxative (liquid parafin)

Consult a doctor if you find that you need to use DulcoEase every day, or have persistent stomach ache. If you accidentally overdose, drink lots of water and contact a doctor immediately.

Ingredients:Active Ingredient: Each DulcoEase capsule contains Docusate Sodium 100mg,
Other ingredients: Macrogol 400, Propylene Glycol, Gelatin, Glycerol, Sorbitol, Titanium Dioxide (E171), Water, Colours (E104, E110)

FAQ's and further information on DuloEase

How does DulcoEase work?

Dulco Ease contains the active ingredient docusate sodium. This decreases the surface tension of the stool, thus allowing water and salts to be absorbed by the stool and hence making the stool softer. Each capsule contains 100mg of docusate sodium in the form of a soft gel capsule.

How often should I take DulcoEase?

Dulcoease can be taken up to 5 times per day, but most people find that 3 per day is usually sufficient.

How long does DulcoEase take to work?

Dulcoease has a gradual effect and usually takes around 2 days to take its full effect.

Can DulcoEase help with piles?

Dulcoease does not directly treat piles, but because it softens stools it can make piles much easier to cope with. For specific piles treatments, see our piles page.

When should I not take DulcoEase?

If you suffer from abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or intestinal obstructions, you should seek medical advice. If you have had a reaction to DulcoEase, then you should seek medical advice before taking it again. Do not take if you are taking mineral oil or are allergic to fructose.

What else can I do besides taking DulcoEase?

Drinking plenty of water and eating foods with plenty of fibre (such as fruit and vegetables) will help you to pass looser, softer stools.

Will Dulcoease make me go for a poo more often?

Because Dulcoease helps to produce stools with a higher water content, you may also find that the stools become more bulky more quickly. So if you take Dulcoease, you are likely to pass stools sooner after eating than without Dulcoease. This is a good thing, because it is unhealthy to have lots of poo inside you. It is better to pass it out quicker!

What if Dulcoease does not work?

If Dulcoease is not working for you, the first thing to do is to check that you are following the instructions correctly. You need to take up to 5 capsules per day with water, at regular intervals. You also need to drink plenty of water and eat a high-fibre diet.

If you still find your stools hard to pass, it may be that you need something stronger like a laxative. In this case, you may like to try DulcoLax, from the makers of Dulcoease.