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Dulcolax Pico Liquid is a trusted stimulant laxative that works overnight, so you can expect relief the next morning in the comfort of your own home. Sugar-free, fruit-flavoured, and easy to dose. No prescription needed.
Dulcolax Pico Liquid contains 5mg of sodium picosulfate per 5ml, a trusted stimulant laxative used for the short-term relief of occasional constipation. It works by stimulating the muscles in the bowel, encouraging movement so you can go to the toilet naturally.
Taken at night, it is designed to work within 6–12 hours — meaning most people can expect relief the following morning. The liquid format makes dosing simple and flexible: start with the lowest dose and adjust as needed.
Many people find liquid laxatives easier to dose accurately, especially when starting treatment. You can begin with a single 5ml spoonful and increase to two if needed, giving you more control than a fixed-tablet dose. It also tends to act a little faster for some people, since there’s no tablet coating to dissolve first.
Sodium picosulfate is a stimulant laxative — it works directly on the bowel to increase muscle movement (peristalsis), helping move stool through the intestine more effectively. It’s recommended to take it at night so the effect takes place while you sleep.
Important: stimulant laxatives do not help with weight loss. Any temporary weight change is from fluid loss, not fat loss, and overuse can be genuinely harmful.
Speak to your pharmacist first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have liver disease or epilepsy, take diuretics or corticosteroids, or have a history of alcohol dependency.
Dulcolax Pico Liquid contains 4.8% v/v ethanol (up to 480mg per dose) — equivalent to roughly 10.4ml of beer or 4.3ml of wine per dose. This is relevant for those with alcohol dependency, and should be taken into account by pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with liver disease or epilepsy.
It also contains the preservatives methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), which may rarely cause allergic reactions including delayed reactions such as rash or swelling.
If laxatives are needed every day, or for more than 5 consecutive days, or if you have persistent abdominal pain or notice blood in your stool, stop and consult your doctor.
“Dulcolax Pico Liquid is one of the most reliable options we recommend for occasional constipation, mainly because the liquid format lets people control their dose more precisely than a fixed tablet. I always tell patients to start with the lowest dose, take it at night, and stop once things return to normal — this isn’t something to take indefinitely. If you find yourself needing it most days, that’s worth a proper chat with us, as ongoing constipation sometimes needs a different approach.†Anne Harty Ballyduff Pharmacy
How long does it take to work?
Typically within 6–12 hours. Taking it at night means most people experience relief the following morning.
What’s the right dose to start with?
Start with one 5ml spoonful at night, and increase to two only if necessary. Always use the lowest effective dose.
Can I dilute it with water?
Yes, it can be diluted with water if preferred.
Does it contain alcohol?
Yes, it contains 4.8% v/v ethanol — up to 480mg per dose. This is worth being aware of if you have liver disease, epilepsy, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a history of alcohol dependency.
Can children take this?
No. This product is not suitable for children or adolescents under 18. Speak to your pharmacist about age-appropriate alternatives.
Will this help me lose weight?
No. Stimulant laxatives do not aid weight loss. Any temporary change on the scale reflects fluid loss, not fat loss, and using laxatives for this purpose can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.
How long can I take it for?
This is intended for short-term, occasional use. If you need it for more than 5 days in a row, or have persistent abdominal pain or notice blood in your stool, stop and speak to your doctor.
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