Movicol Paediatric Plain

Question 1

What medicine group is MPP part of?

Answer 1

Osmotic Laxative.

Question 2

What route can MPP be administered?

Answer 2

Oral.

Question 3

Indications of MPP?

Answer 3

Water retained in large bowel from the body or administered fluid to treat constipation.

Question 4

What are the side effects of MPP?

Answer 4

Abdominal distension, pain, nausea and flatulence.

With high doses impaired gag reflex, reflux oesophagitis, impaired consciousness.

Question 5

Cautions of MMP?

Answer 5

Intestinal obstruction
Paralytic Ileus
Severe Inflammatory conditions of intestinal tract (Chrons's disease, ulcerative colitis, toxic megacolon)
Cardiovascular impairment
Renal impairment

Question 6

What are the nursing implications of MPP?

Answer 6

Monitor and record fluid balance chart
Ensure bowels are opened regularly and report/take action
Ensure adequate fluid intake
Patient education: encourage other strategies to prevent/treat constipation. Refer to other services if necessary (e.g school nurse/dietician)