When to take
For relief of constipation.
It contains no bowel stimulant. However, do not administer over a long period of time without the advice of a doctor.
Active Ingredients
Each 5 mL contains:
- Liquid Paraffin 2.5 mL
Does not contain the following:
- Gluten
- Lactose
- Casein (milk protein)
- Dairy
- Egg
- Soy
- Nuts and nut by products
- Peanuts and peanut by products
Directions
Little® Parachoc has a pleasant Chocolate Vanilla flavour and can be mixed with cold milk, cold flavoured drinks or yoghurt.
After taking Little® Parachoc children must not lie down for at least two hours. This reduces the risk of the paraffin being regurgitated and inhaled into the lungs. Inadvertent inhalation of liquid paraffin can cause serious respiratory problems.
Please refer to the Parachoc Training Diary to assist with managing constipation.
Always speak with your healthcare professional when treating constipation.
Dosage
Every patient has their own individual dose requirement for Little® Parachoc.
Adequate dosage is that dose which produces one soft motion without leakage of liquid paraffin. Increase or decrease the daily dose in 5 mL graduations until desired effect is achieved.
| Age | How Much | How Often |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year – 6 years | 10 – 15 mL | Once daily |
| 7 year – 12 years | 20 mL | |
| Adults | 40 mL |
Because Little® Parachoc is not a bowel stimulant, patients must be aware that it can take up to 4 days for a change in dose to work. Therefore the new daily dose must be maintained for at least that time to assess how effective the change is. Further alteration may be necessary, and similarly a 4 day period should be allowed to assess that change before any further alterations in dose are made.
Caution
If symptoms persist seek medical advice.
