Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

Composition of Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup contains Liquid paraffin (Light) 3.75 ml + Milk of magnesia (Magnesium hydroxide) 11.25 ml per 15 ml syrup. It belongs to the Stool softener (lubricant) + Osmotic saline laxative class of medicines.

Uses of Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

• Constipation (occasional)
• hard stools
• bowel evacuation in conditions where straining should be avoided (as advised by doctor)

Key benefits

• Relieves constipation
• Softens hard stools
• Eases bowel movement and reduces straining
• Provides predictable overnight relief (when taken at bedtime)

How Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup works

Liquid paraffin acts as a lubricant, softening stool and easing its passage. Magnesium hydroxide works as an osmotic laxative, drawing water into the bowel to increase stool volume and stimulate bowel movement.

How to take Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

Oral syrup. Shake well before use. Usually taken at bedtime or as directed by a doctor. Can be taken with or without food; take with a glass of water. Do not use continuously for long periods unless advised by a physician.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe loose motions, dehydration and salt imbalance. It can cause severe loose motions or constipation and disturb the body's salt balance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

Most side effects of Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Diarrhoea
• abdominal cramps
• nausea
• bloating
• flatulence
• stomach discomfort

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

Warnings and precautions

Do not use in intestinal obstruction, acute abdominal pain of unknown cause, suspected appendicitis, severe dehydration, or fecal impaction unless advised. Prolonged or excessive use may cause electrolyte imbalance and dependency on laxatives. Use with caution in kidney disease (risk of hypermagnesemia) and in the elderly. Seek medical advice if constipation persists >7 days, or if bleeding, severe pain, vomiting occurs.

Do not take Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a suspected bowel obstruction, or with severe abdominal pain of unknown cause. Magnesium-containing antacids are avoided in significant kidney disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, iron supplements, levothyroxine, digoxin, thiazide diuretics, other laxatives (additive effects); separate other oral medicines by at least 2 hours

How to store Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

Store below 25°C, protect from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Cremaffin Sugar Free Mint Syrup

Increase fibre, fluids and physical activity — these treat the cause rather than the episode. Do not ignore the urge to go; a regular routine helps. Take it after meals and at bedtime when symptoms are worst. Avoid late heavy meals, and raise the head of your bed if symptoms wake you at night.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Laxative

Drug class:

Stool softener (lubricant) + Osmotic saline laxative