DS (on the spectrum) has the usual with holding / constipation issues and has been prescribed laxatives by a paediatrician at the hospital.
At first he was on a high dose to clear him out but he now takes one Movicol (half strength) sachet, and 5ml of sodium picosulfate daily.
My question is it was a long while ago he was prescribed these, should I just continue using them indefinitely? Should he have a review now and again? Is it safe for him to take these long term?
I realised when I renewed his prescription the other day that he's been on them a while (going to try and find out how long ago he was prescribed them in a moment) and haven't had a review or follow up appointment or anything, just renewed prescription each month.
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Movicol - long term use?
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WhoWhoWhoWho · 18/10/2011 11:44
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