Senokot Max Strength Senna Laxative - 48 Tablets
£8.50 ex. VAT · includes £1.70 (20.00% VAT)
Pharmacy-only (P) medicine — a short WHAM screening is required before purchase.
Product Overview
Senokot Tablets works as a stimulant laxative that gives short-term relief from occasional constipation.
Description
Senokot® Max Strength Senna Laxative Tablets provide strong, short-term relief from occasional constipation for adults who require a more powerful laxative option.
Each tablet contains a higher-strength dose of natural senna (sennosides), a plant-derived stimulant laxative that works by stimulating the muscles of the bowel to help restore normal bowel movement. Senokot® Max Strength is particularly suitable when standard laxatives have not been effective or when constipation is caused by sluggish bowel activity, such as after illness, reduced mobility, dietary changes or short-term lifestyle disruption.
When taken at bedtime, Senokot® Max Strength is designed to work overnight, typically producing a bowel movement within 8–12 hours. This 48-tablet pack is suitable for adults who may require repeat short courses, while remaining intended for occasional use only.
Key features:
- Max-strength relief of occasional constipation
- Contains natural senna (sennosides)
- Stimulates bowel movement effectively
- Typically works within 8–12 hours
- Convenient tablet format
- Suitable for adults only
How to Use
Swallow the tablets whole with water. Do not chew or crush.
Recommended dose:
- Adults and elderly:
- 1 tablet at bedtime, increasing to 2 tablets if necessary
Do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours.
Senokot® Max Strength should be used for short periods only. If constipation persists for more than one week, seek advice from a pharmacist or GP.
Ensure adequate fluid intake during treatment.
Ingredients
Active ingredient:
- Senna (as sennosides)
Also contains:
- Lactose
- Starch
- Excipients used to form the tablet
For a full and up-to-date ingredients list, please refer to the product packaging or patient information leaflet.
Side Effects & Warnings
- For oral use only.
- Do not use for long-term or regular treatment unless advised by a healthcare professional.
- Do not use if you have intestinal obstruction, severe abdominal pain of unknown cause, dehydration, or inflammatory bowel disease.
- Not suitable for children under 12 years.
- Consult a pharmacist or GP before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, elderly, diabetic, or taking other medicines.
Possible side effects may include abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, nausea or stomach discomfort, particularly with higher doses.
Important warnings:
- Prolonged or excessive use of stimulant laxatives may lead to dependence, reduced bowel function or electrolyte imbalance.
- Stop use and seek medical advice if constipation is persistent, worsening, or accompanied by vomiting, rectal bleeding, unexplained weight loss or severe abdominal pain.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Always read the label and patient information leaflet before use.
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