The syrup contains sennosides USP equivalent to a total sennoside content (calculated as sennoside B) of 7.5 mg per 5 ml.
Posology and method of administration
Senokot Syrup Pharmacy is for oral administration.
Adults, including the elderly and children over 12: Two to four 5 ml spoonfuls at night.
Children over 6 years: One to two 5 ml spoonfuls in 24 hours.
Children aged 2 to 6 years: Half to one 5 ml spoonful in 24 hours.
New users should start the lowest dose and increase, if necessary, by one half of the initial dose each day. Once regularity has been regained the dosage should be reduced and can usually be stopped.
If no bowel action has occurred after three days of progressively increased dosage, a medical examination should be considered.
Special warnings and precautions for use
If there is no bowel movement after three days consult a doctor.
If laxatives are needed every day or abdominal pain persists consult a doctor.
Each 5 ml of syrup can provide up to 3.2 kcal and this should be taken into account when treating diabetics.
Undesirable effects
Temporary mild griping may occur during adjustment of the dosage. Hypersensitivity reactions associated with the esters of hydroxybenzoates (parabens) may occur.
Overdose
Where diarrhoea is severe, conservative measures are usually sufficient; generous amounts of fluid, especially fruit drinks, should be given
Pharmacodynamic properties
The sugar moiety of the sennosides is removed by bacteria in the large intestine releasing the active anthrone fraction. This stimulates peristalsis via the submucosal and myenteric nerve plexuses. Sennosides act in 8-12 hours.
NB CONSTIPATION CAN OFTEN BE TREATED BY INCREASING EXERCISE OR DIETARY FIBRE.
Shipping charges mainland GB zone1
| Value | Weight | Delivery Charge |
| Over £49.00 | Any Weight | FREE |
| Under £49.00 | No weight limit | £4.50 |
| Under £49.00 | Under 250 grams | £3.49 |
Most orders are despatched the same day and standard delivery is 3 to 5 working days from despatch. FAST Expedited options are available at extra cost - these usually arrive in 24-48hrs from dispatch but delays are possible during busy periods.
Postcodes outside of Zone 1 (including some areas within mainland UK) may incur extra carriage charges due to surcharges imposed by the couriers. These will be calculated on the website at the checkout.
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Overseas orders
We no longer send goods outside of the UK.
Prescription Items
Prescription items will be sent on receipt of a legally valid signed and dated prescription.
Pick up
We offer a pickup service for orders placed over the phone.
Please ring us on 01833 641112 for more information.
Refrigerated Items
- Refrigerated lines Packaging Cost: Despatched with Woolcool Refrigerated Packaging for £7.50.
- Receipt Required: Someone must be available to receive the delivery. Woolcool packaging is designed for temperature-controlled goods, so parcels cannot be left unattended.
- Immediate Refrigeration: Upon receipt, refrigerate the contents immediately to ensure your food or medicine remains at the correct temperature.
- Failed Delivery Attempts: We are not responsible for the cost of replacements if a delivery attempt fails due to the absence of someone to receive it.
We want you to be completely satisfied with any purchase. If not any item* can be returned to us within 14 days of receipt for exchange or refund Please give us a ring for a returns number on 01833 641112 or alternatively email sales@hyperdrug.co.uk to obtain a returns number.
*Due to legal requirements medicines may not be returned except to correct an error in despatch or in response to an "official recall". If an item is believed to be faulty it should be returned for inspection and it may be necessary to forward it to the manufacturers for testing before replacements or refunds can be authorised. This does not infringe legal rights. Please contact our customer services for a "Returns Number" which must appear on the outside of the package or it will not be accepted. We advise customers to use an insured method of shipping and to retain proof of despatch. We may refuse returns on products specially obtained or manufactured to order. Items must be returned unsoiled and unused and sent adequately packed and carriage paid.
