For symptomatic constipation treatment of adults and children. Forlax contains substance Macrogol 4000 and belongs to a group of medicines called osmotic laxatives. It works by adding water to the stools, which helps to overcome problems caused by very slow bowel movements. Forlax is not absorbed into the bloodstream or broken down in the body. Used for the treatment of constipation in adults and children aged 8 years and above. This medicine is a powder that you dissolve in a glass of water (atleast 1.7 fl oz) and drink. It usually takes 24 to 48 hours to work. How to take Forlax: Adults and children over 8 years. The recommended dose is one to two sachets per day, preferably taken as a single dose inthe morning.The daily dose can be adjusted according to the effect obtained and may range from one sachet every other day (especially in children) to up to a maximum of two sachets per day.Dissolve the contents of the sachets in a glass of water (at least 50 ml) immediately before use and drink the liquid.