What Aotocol Forte is and what it is used for Aotocol Forte contains the active substance Ispaghula Husk (Dry). It is an easy and convenient way to increase the fibre in your diet helping your digestive system work more efficiently and gently relieving constipation the natural way.
As it works naturally with your body, it takes care of constipation without undue straining, discomfort or unnatural urgency, helping to restore and maintain regularity.
Aotocol Forte can be used whenever increased fibre is needed in your diet to relieve constipation; including constipation during pregnancy. It can also be used to help maintain normal bowel function if you suffer from haemorrhoids (piles).
Contents of the pack and other information
What Aotocol Forte contains
Each single dose sachet contains Ispaghula Husk (Dry). Other ingredients are sodium bicarbonate, Maize starch, Citric acid, Aspartame (951), Sunset yellow FCF color and orange flavor.
What you need to know before you take Aotocol Forte
Do not take if: • You are allergic to Ispaghula husk or any of the other ingredients • You have a sudden change in bowel habit that has persisted for more than two weeks • You are suffering from a blockage of the bowel (intestinal obstruction, faecal impaction) • If you have a weakness of the bowel wall (colonic atony) • The speed in which material moves through your gut has always been slow (naturally occurring reduced gut motility). • You have difficulty in swallowing or any throat problems
Take special care: • If you are a healthcare worker or care giver as allergic sensitization may occur due to inhalation • If not taken with enough liquid, can cause chest pain, vomiting or difficulty swallowing • Elderly and debilitated (weak) patients may require medical supervision
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: This product may be used during pregnancy and breast-feeding.
How to take Aotocol Forte Fill a glass with approximately 150ml cold water. Pour in the required amount (see dosage below). Stir well and drink straight away, preferably after meals.
Do not take without water. This product should be taken at least 30 mins before or after taking other medicines and should not be taken immediately before going to sleep.
Adults and children over 12 years: Take one sachet in the morning and one in the evening, preferably after meals.
Children aged 6 to 12 years: Take half to one level 5 ml spoonful depending on size and age, morning and evening, preferably after meals.
Children under 6 years: Not recommended for children under 6 years of age. If symptoms worsen or if there is no bowel movement after 3 days of treatment, consult a doctor.
How to store Aotocol Forte
Keep this product out of the sight and reach of children.
Store below 25°C in a dry place. Do not use after the expiry date stated on the carton and sachet.
I find Aotocol forte is gentle but effective. I take it regularly to aid ‘digestion’ by adding fibre to one’s diet. It normally takes up to 24 hours to be effective and I find it much better. I even quite like the taste!
I find Aotocol forte is gentle but effective. I take it regularly to aid ‘digestion’ by adding fibre to one’s diet. It normally takes up to 24 hours to be effective and I find it much better. I even quite like the taste!