{"product_id":"senokot-laxative-7-5mg-500-tablets","title":"Senokot Laxative 7.5mg 500 Tablets","description":"\u003cp\u003eSenokot 7.5mg Tablets are a stimulant laxative containing naturally derived senna for the short-term relief of occasional constipation. Senna stimulates the muscles of the bowel, helping move stools through the intestine. The manufacturer states Senokot typically works within 8–12 hours, making bedtime dosing convenient for morning relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 500-tablet pack is a pharmacy-only presentation. Irish product licence: PA0979\/016\/002. Licence holder: Reckitt Benckiser Ireland Ltd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective short-term treatment for occasional constipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains naturally derived senna (standardised powdered senna pods)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach tablet provides the equivalent of 7.5mg total sennosides, calculated as sennoside B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypically works within 8–12 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient bedtime dosing for next-morning relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 500-tablet pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults, elderly and children aged 12 years and over: Take 2–4 tablets at night, swallowed orally. Do not exceed the stated dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot suitable for children under 12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there has been no bowel movement after three days of treatment, consult a doctor or other healthcare professional. Senna should not be required every day — persistent constipation should be investigated rather than treated continuously with stimulant laxatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePack Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack size: 500 tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive ingredient: Standardised powdered senna pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrength: Equivalent to 7.5mg total sennosides per tablet, calculated as sennoside B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDosage form: Tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrish licence: PA0979\/016\/002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLicence holder: Reckitt Benckiser Ireland Ltd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLegal status: Non-prescription, pharmacy-only medicine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePatient Information Leaflet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/assets.hpra.ie\/products\/Human\/23631\/df65bd88-f413-4f79-ab2c-9f0d70f4ac4f.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Senokot 7.5mg Patient Information Leaflet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePlease click here to access the Patient Information Leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not take Senokot if you have an intestinal obstruction or narrowing, bowel atony, symptoms of appendicitis, inflammatory bowel disease (such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis), severe dehydration, or if you have already taken another laxative and remain constipated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeek professional advice if you experience unexplained abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting, rectal bleeding, blood in the stool, or a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong-term or excessive stimulant-laxative use should be avoided as it can cause fluid and electrolyte disturbances and interfere with normal bowel function. Senokot does not reduce calorie absorption and should not be used for weight loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Irish patient information was most recently updated on 15 October 2025. Always read the patient information leaflet supplied with the product. This product is a pharmacy-only medicine — your pharmacist can advise on suitability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Senokot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58325666693464,"sku":"5000158062504","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/6712\/6616\/files\/Senekot500Tablets_4.jpg?v=1788002239","url":"https:\/\/ballyduffpharmacy.com\/products\/senokot-laxative-7-5mg-500-tablets","provider":"Ballyduff Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}