CC-100086 Discover how to restore your body’s natural rhythm What is constipation? Constipation, a common gastrointestinal problem, occurs when a person’s bowel movements become difficult or when they happen less frequently than they used to. Constipation is usually temporary and not serious, but it can be uncomfortable. While constipation can affect anyone, about twice as many women as men suffer from constipation. The condition also becomes more common as people age. 27 % of Canadians reported suffering from constipation in the previous 3 months. How do I identify constipation? There are several symptoms of constipation: Infrequent bowel movements (fewer than 3 per week) Cramps, abdominal bloating and flatulence Feeling like your bowel is never completely empty Nausea and impaired appetite Chronic fatigue Abdominal pain when straining during a bowel movement What causes constipation? Our digestive system can be very sensitive to changes in our lifestyle and diet. Suffering from bowel irregularity is not necessarily a sign of poor health or an unhealthy lifestyle. Here are the most common causes: A lack of fluids or fibre in our diet Lack of physical activity Side effects of certain medicines or medical conditions Travel Stress or a busy lifestyle Pregnancy How do I avoid constipation? To reduce the risk of constipation, it is advisable to stay active, have a bowel movement when you get the urge and adopt healthier eating habits. Consume more + Water Cereals and whole grain bread Fruits and vegetables Consume less - Greasy foods Red meat Alcohol How do I relieve myself of constipation? When it comes to relieving occasional constipation, there are several options available, but we don’t always get the results we want. Sometimes, natural solutions (like adding fibre to your diet and improving your lifestyle) aren’t enough to restore your usual rhythm. And other times, when looking for an immediate solution we turn to treatments with harsh side effects. If you’ve tried one of these solutions and didn’t get the results you expected, you may want to turn to a laxative that effectively restores your body’s natural rhythm, such as RestoraLAX®. From the first signs, take action, RestoraLAX®. RestoraLAX® is a good choice for quickly* relieving occasional constipation. No bloating No cramps No gas * Usually causes a bowel movement within 1 to 3 days. How do I use RestoraLAX® ? RestoraLAX® is a powder that should be taken once a day with the liquid of your choice. Since it is tasteless and contains zero sodium or sugar, it can be dissolved in any hot or cold beverage. The amount required is 17 g and can be easily measured through the measuring cap: 1 Unscrew the cap and fill the measuring cap to the top of the white section, which is marked to indicate the correct dose. 2 Pour the powder into your hot or cold beverage; stir and drink. How does RestoraLAX® work? Different from certain laxatives, RestoraLAX® restores your body’s natural rhythm by drawing water into your colon allowing bowel movements to occur more normally. It draws water into the colon. It increases the flow of water in the colon, which helps soften the stool and stimulates the movement of the intestinal wall. Stools are released with less effort. From the first signs of constipation, take action. Use RestoraLAX® ! For more information, visit restoralax.ca. ® Find RestoraLAX in major drugstores and mass merchandisers. 30 daily doses 14 daily doses 7 daily doses Packs of individual daily doses (10 units) To be sure RestoraLAX® is right for you, always read and follow the label. © ® Registered trademark of MSD Consumer Care Inc. Used under license. 2013 Schering-Plough Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., All rights reserved.