To verify if the product is correct, check the active generic ingredient listed on the packaging. Your prescribed medication contains Polyethylene Glycol 3350 (also known as Macrogol 3350). Ensure the product you are purchasing lists this exact active ingredient. You should also verify that the strength (usually in grams) and the form (powder for oral suspension) match your prescription. If the generic name and strength are identical, it is the same medicine, even if the packaging looks different. If you remain unsure, please consult the dispensing pharmacist or upload your prescription to the portal for verification before purchasing.

For immediate relief of indigestion and gas, you can take an over-the-counter antacid containing simethicone. For constipation, a gentle osmotic laxative like Polyethylene Glycol or a magnesium-based supplement (like Milk of Magnesia, which helps with both stomach acid and bowel movements) is highly effective. Please ensure you drink plenty of water and gradually increase your dietary fibre. If your symptoms are chronic, severe, or accompanied by red-flag signs like blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss, please consult a doctor for a proper evaluation.

For immediate relief from hard stools, you can try an over-the-counter stool softener like Docusate Sodium or an osmotic laxative like Polyethylene Glycol. These work by drawing water into your stool to make it softer and easier to pass. For longer-term regularity, fibre supplements like Psyllium husk (Metamucil) are highly effective. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids, as these medications require water to work safely. If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if you experience severe pain, bleeding, or vomiting, please consult a doctor for a personalised evaluation.