Am I constipated?
Welcome to the Coloxyl Constipation Symptom and Solution Checker
When you struggle to have a bowel movement (pooing), it can be annoying, uncomfortable, and occasionally painful.
The normal number of bowel movements can vary from 3 times per day to 3 times per week, but it’s important to find out if your symptoms are likely to be due to constipation, because there are effective treatment options available.
The Coloxyl Constipation Symptom and Solution Checker will help you better understand whether your symptoms are likely to be constipation and can provide suggestions for next steps to finding relief.
If you are or the person with symptoms is under 2 or over 65 years old, or if you suspect your symptoms have started due to taking treatment for another condition (e.g. opioid painkillers), you should speak to your healthcare professional before continuing.
How often do you have a bowel movement (go for a poo)?
How often do you feel like you strain when you try to pass stools?
How would you describe your stools over the last 3 weeks?
difficult to pass
very hard stools
Over the last 3 months, have you sometimes experienced any of the below?
It is unlikely that you are constipated
The normal frequency of bowel movements can vary between individuals from 3 times per day to 3 times per week; however, the number of times you go to the toilet should not be the only factor taken into consideration.
People suffering from constipation usually suffer from at least two of the following for at least 3 months:
- 2 or fewer bowel movements per week
- Straining during more than 25% of movements
- Feeling like you still need to go when you’ve been to the bathroom
- Passing stools that are hard and lumpy
- Feeling obstructed or ‘blocked up’
- Having to manually help yourself pass stools
If you are still worried about your bowel movements, it is recommended that you talk to your doctor.
It is likely that you are suffering from constipation
There are some lifestyle and dietary things you can do which may help:
- Drink more noncaffeinated fluids, such as water and fruit/vegetable juices.
- Gradually increase your fibre intake with a variety of foods, such as fruit and vegetables; wholegrain or wholemeal products such as breads, cereals, pastas and rice; legumes; seeds and nuts.
- Engage in physical activity, which can help to reduce digestion time and stimulate regular bowel movements.
- Use a footstool when seated on the toilet to position your knees above your hips, creating a more natural position for your bowel movements.
Despite best efforts with diet and lifestyle, more still may be required, so talk to your doctor about Coloxyl. Coloxyl are leaders in constipation relief as Australia’s No.1 constipation relief tablet brand*, and the easy choice for constipation relief.
- Coloxyl trusted for more than 40 years
- Coloxyl has a range of constipation products for adults & children
- Coloxyl provides effective constipation relief
The Coloxyl range is available in a variety of strengths from overnight relief for adults to gradual relief for children to suit the different needs of constipation sufferers.
Would you prefer an overnight treatment, or one that takes a few days to provide relief?
This is a guide on which Coloxyl Treatment is best for you. For medical advice or diagnosis see your doctor.
Your Constipation Symptom and Solution Checker
You have completed the Coloxyl Constipation Symptom and Solution Checker.
Based on your responses, the below treatment options may be appropriate for you.
Show this to your local pharmacist, who will be able to help you manage your condition.
Coloxyl with Senna
Stool Softener + Stimulant Laxative
Coloxyl with Senna is a dual action formula for reliable overnight relief of constipation. The combination of two active ingredients work together to make bowel movements easier and more comfortable to pass. Coloxyl with Senna contains docusate sodium that works by helping draw water into the bowel to soften hard stools while the senna encourages the bowels to move the stool through the body.
Directions for use:
Take 1 or 2 tablets at night.
Increase up to 4 tablets if necessary.
Your Constipation Symptom and Solution Checker
You have completed the Coloxyl Constipation Symptom and Solution Checker.
Based on your responses, the below treatment options may be appropriate for you.
Show this to your local pharmacist, who will be able to help you manage your condition.
Coloxyl Stool Softener
Coloxyl 50 and Coloxyl 120 both contain the active ingredient docusate sodium, which draws water into the stools, making them softer and easier to pass. Coloxyl 50 contains 50mg of docusate sodium per tablet and is taken twice daily. Coloxyl 120 contains 120mg of docusate sodium per tablet and is taken once daily at night. If you are looking for gentle constipation relief, then try either Coloxyl 50 or Coloxyl 120.
Directions for use:
Coloxyl 50 mg – Take 2 or 3 tablets twice daily.
Coloxyl 120 mg – Take 2 tablets once daily at night.
It can take up to 3 days to provide relief from constipation
Thank you
