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When your bowel movements are sluggish, digestive discomfort builds up, and that feeling of lightness seems like a distant memory, Spagulax steps in with a very specific mission: to help you regain lasting bowel comfort. This bulk-forming laxative, made from ispaghul seed husks, works gently and gradually to relieve constipation without irritating the digestive tract. Formulated as an effervescent powder to be dissolved in water, it combines effectiveness with convenience, even for people sensitive to sugar.
Spagulax is particularly recommended for occasional constipation caused by changes in lifestyle —such as travel, stress, or dietary changes. It helps restore bowel activity while respecting your body’s natural balance. Thanks to its mechanical action, it increases stool volume and naturally stimulates peristalsis without causing painful contractions. The result? Easier bowel movements, without discomfort or cramps.
But that’s not all. Spagulax is also suitable for chronic constipation, particularly when it’s associated with unhealthy lifestyle habits (a diet low in fiber, insufficient hydration, a sedentary lifestyle, etc.). It thus serves as a valuable complementary solution to a healthier lifestyle, adding bulk and softness to stools while gently retraining the bowel movement reflex.
The key to its effectiveness lies in a powerful plant-based active ingredient: the seed coat of Plantago ovata. Rich in mucilage, this fibrous component forms a viscous gel upon contact with water. This gel swells in the intestine, thereby facilitating the passage of stool without irritating or damaging the mucous membrane. Unlike stimulant laxatives, Spagulax does not artificially trigger bowel movements: it helps your body return naturally to its own rhythm.
Do you suffer from bloating or abdominal discomfort? Spagulax is also an option worth considering. Thanks to its sugar-free formula, it is suitable for specific dietary needs (particularly for people with diabetes or those on a low-carb diet), while offering a solution that is easier to digest and well-tolerated.
In short, whether you’re dealing with temporary constipation or recurring discomfort, Spagulax is your ally for daily digestive comfort. It helps you restore smooth digestion, a renewed sense of well-being, and a better quality of life.
To further support your digestive health, we also recommend Spagulax effervescent powder oral suspension in sugar-free single-dose packets—an ideal alternative or supplement to effectively support your digestive functions.
Product Instructions
Take Spagulax orally, always diluted in a large glass of water (about 200 mL). The usual dosage is one single-dose packet before or after each main meal. Mix the powder thoroughly until completely dissolved, then drink immediately. Never take this medication immediately before bedtime or while lying down, to avoid any risk of esophageal discomfort. The expected effect generally occurs between 12 and 24 hours after the first dose.
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Precautions
Before taking this medication, be sure to drink enough water to avoid the risk of throat or esophageal obstruction. Do not take this medication if you have unexplained abdominal pain, fecal impaction, inflammatory bowel disease (such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis), difficulty swallowing, or rectal bleeding. This product is intended for adults only: it is not recommended for children or adolescents without a doctor’s advice. In addition, do not take Spagulax with other medications within one hour before or after taking it, as it may interfere with their absorption (vitamins, thyroid hormones, medications for the heart or diabetes).
Ispaghul Seed Husk, Anhydrous Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Saccharin, Dried Mandarin Flavor, Orange-Yellow S E110, Sucrose
Presentation
This product comes in the form of an effervescent powder for oral suspension. Each box contains 20 sugar-free single-dose packets that are easy to carry and use at any time of day.
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NOTICE
ANSM - Updated on: 21/12/2015
Name of the medicinal product
SPAGULAX, effervescent powder for oral suspension in sachet dose
Ispaghul (seed coat of)
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Please read this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.
You should always take this medication exactly as prescribed in this leaflet or by your doctor or pharmacist.
· Keep this leaflet. You might need to read it again.
· Ask your pharmacist for advice or information.
· If you experience any of the side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
· This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. See section 4.
· You should contact your doctor if you experience no improvement or feel less well after 3 days.
Review summary
What this leaflet contains:
1. What is SPAGULAX, an effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet and in which cases it is used?
2. What should I know before taking SPAGULAX, an effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet ?
3. How to take SPAGULAX, effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet ?
4. What are the possible side effects?
5. How to store SPAGULAX, effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet ?
6. Additional information.
1. WHAT IS SPAGULAX, an effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic group
LAXATIVE OF LEST
Therapeutic indications
Herbal medication indicated in the symptomatic treatment of constipation.
2. BEFORE YOU TAKE SPAGULAX, effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet?
List of information needed before taking the medication
If your doctor has told you about an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.
Cons-indications
Never take SPAGULAX in the following cases:
· Certain diseases of the esophagus,
· If you are allergic to the seed coat of ispaghul, or to any of the other ingredients of this medication mentioned in section 6,
· In case of abrupt change in intestinal function persisting for more than 2 weeks.
· Rectal bleeding of unknown cause or in the absence of an exemption after taking another laxative,
· certain diseases of the bowel and colon, such as rectocolitis, Crohn's disease, intestinal occlusion,
· in the case of abdominal pain (stomach pains) or fecal matter (fecal plug),
· If you have swallowing difficulties or throat problems.
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Precautions for use; special warnings
Warnings and Precautions
Warnings
The use of this medication is not recommended in patients with fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome or sucrase / isomaltase deficiency (rare hereditary diseases).
Occasional constipation
It may be related to a recent change in lifestyle (eg travel). The drug may be an aid in short treatment. Any recent constipation unexplained by the change in lifestyle, constipation accompanied by pain, fever, swelling of the abdomen must make seek the opinion of the doctor.
Chronic constipation (long-term constipation)
It can be linked to two causes:
· a bowel disease that requires a physician to take care of;
· or an imbalance in intestinal function due to dietary habits and lifestyle.
Treatment includes:
· increased dietary intakes of vegetable products (green vegetables, raw vegetables, wholemeal bread, fruits, etc.);
· increased consumption of water and fruit juices;
· an increase in physical activities (sports, walking, etc.);
· rehabilitation of the defecation reflex;
· sometimes, adding sound to the diet.
Special cases of child and adolescent
In children and adolescents the treatment of constipation is based on lifestyle and dietary measures: in particular the use of the right amount of water with infant milk powders, diet rich in original products vegetable, addition of fruit juice. The use of a laxative requires medical advice.
Precautions for use
In case of impaired colonic drive and in patients confined to bed, caution should be exercised in taking this medication (risk of fecal impaction).
The contents of the sachet must be swallowed with sufficient water.
When SPAGULAX is taken with insufficient fluid, it may cause an obstruction of the throat or esophagus and result in respiratory shock. Associated symptoms can be chest pain, vomiting or difficulty swallowing or breathing.
In case of abdominal pain or irregular stools, stop treatment and consult your doctor.
This medicinal product contains 120 mg sodium per sachet-dose: take this into account in the following people with a strict sodium diet.
Interaction with other medicines
Other drugs and SPAGULAX:
If you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
The medicines mentioned below should be taken under medical supervision with SPAGULAX,
· Minerals, vitamins, cardiac glycosides derived from coumarin, carbamazepine
· Medicines for treating diabetes,
· Thyroid hormones
This medication should be taken during the day, at least ½ hour or 1 hour before or after any other medication.
Interactions with food and beverages
Not applicable.
Interactions with Herbal Medicines or Alternative Therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy and breast feeding
This medication will only be used during pregnancy and lactation only on the advice of your doctor. If you discover that you are pregnant during treatment, consult your doctor as he alone can judge the need to continue.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Sport
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive or use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with known effect
SPAGULAX contains sucrose, sodium and orange yellow S (E110).
3. HOW TO TAKE SPAGULAX, effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet?
Instructions for proper use
Always take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if in doubt.
Do not take SPAGULAX immediately before bedtime.
SPAGULAX should be taken at least ½ hour to 1 hour before taking other medicines.
When preparing the oral suspension, avoid inhaling the powder.
Dosage, Mode and / or route (s) of administration, Frequency of administration and Duration of treatment
Dosage
Usually, the dosage is one sachet-dose before or after each of the main meals.
SPAGULAX is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under the age of 18 years.
The effect of Spagulax occurs on average within 12 to 24 hours after administration, at the start of treatment.
If you feel that the effect of SPAGULAX is too strong or too weak, talk to your doctor or pharmacist
Administration mode
Oral use.
Dilute the powder in a large glass of water. Shake and drink immediately the preparation.
Duration of treatment
The duration of treatment varies according to the symptomatology. If symptoms persist beyond 3 days of treatment, talk to your doctor or pharmacist
Symptoms and Instructions for Overdose
If you take more SPAGULAX than you should:
Overdose with the seed coat of ispaghul may cause abdominal discomfort and flatulence, or even intestinal occlusion.
Appropriate hydration should be ensured with symptomatic monitoring.
Instructions for omission of one or more doses
If you forget to take SPAGULAX:
Continue the treatment, but do not take a double dose to replace the missed dose.
Risk of withdrawal syndrome
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of adverse reactions
Like all medicines, this medicine may cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Depending on the dose, certain disorders may appear such as:
· Bloating, flatulence.
· Cases of oesophageal obstruction (bezoars), most often requiring endoscopy, have been reported in elderly patients, some of whom have impaired oesophageal motor function (particularly when SPAGULAX is swallowed with insufficient amounts of oesophageal reflux, water).
· Allergic reactions such as rhinitis, conjunctivitis, bronchospasm and in some cases anaphylactic shock.
· Due to the presence of orange yellow S (E110), there is a risk of allergic reactions.
Declaration of side effects
If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist or nurse. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. You can also report adverse reactions directly via the national reporting system: National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM) and network of Regional Centers of Pharmacovigilance
By reporting adverse reactions, you are helping to provide more information about the safety of the drug.
5. HOW TO STORE SPAGULAX, effervescent powder for oral suspension in a dose sachet?
Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children.
Expiration date
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Storage conditions
No special storage conditions.
If necessary, warnings against visible signs of deterioration
Do not throw any medication into drains or household waste. Ask your pharmacist to remove any medications you are no longer using. These measures will help protect the environment.
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full list of active substances and excipients
What does SPAGULAX contain?
The active substance is:
Ispaghul (seed coat of) ......................................... .................................................. ........ 2,1430 g
For a sachet-dose.
The other components are:
Anhydrous citric acid, sodium bicarbonate, sodium saccharin, mandarin dry flavoring, orange yellow S (E110), sucrose.
Pharmaceutical form and content
Aspect of SPAGULAX and contents of the pack
This medication is in the form of an effervescent powder for oral suspension. Box of 20 or 30 sachets-dosages.
Name and address of the marketing authorization holder and the holder of the manufacturing authorization responsible for the release of the lots, if different
Holder
ALMIRALL SA
RONDA GENERAL MITER, 151
08022 BARCELONA
SPAIN
exploiting
ALMIRALL SAS
1 BOULEVARD VICTOR
75015 PARIS
Maker
INDUSTRIAS FARMACEUTICAS ALMIRALL, SL
CTRA. NACIONAL II, KM 593
E-08740 SANT ANDREU DE LA BARCA
BARCELONA
SPAIN
Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
Date of approval of the notice
The last date on which this leaflet was revised is MM / YYYY.
AMM under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Internet Information
Detailed information on this medicine is available on the ANSM website (France).
Information for health professionals only
Not applicable.
Other
Not applicable.
Laxative of ballast
ispaghul
. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Contraindications . Warning . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon
SPAGULAX: effervescent powder for oral suspension (mandarin flavoring); box of 20 sachets-dose.
Refunded at 30%. - price: 2,74 euro (s).
SPAGULAX WITHOUT SUGAR: effervescent powder for oral suspension (apple flavoring); box of 20 sachets-dose.
Refunded at 30%. - price: 2,74 euro (s).
Laboratory Almirall SAS
| p sachet | p sachet | |
| Ispaghul, seed coat | 2.143 g | 2.143 g |
| Sucrose | 1.4 g | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 120 mg |
Usual dosage:
1 sachet at each of the main meals.
