Senokot Syrup

Senokot 7.5mg/5ml Syrup 12 Years Plus Sennosides 150ml And 500ml

Senokot Syrup is an effective, easy-to-swallow liquid stimulant laxative engineered to provide predictable overnight relief from short-term, occasional constipation. Formulated with standardized natural Senna Fruit (Cassia senna / Cassia angustifolia) extract, each 5ml spoonful delivers 7.5mg of hydroxyanthracene glycosides (calculated as Sennoside B). This smooth senna syrup works in sync with your body’s natural overnight digestive process, stimulating intestinal muscles to encourage a comfortable, natural bowel movement the following morning.

Specially designed for adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over who struggle with swallowing tablets, senokot liquid offers an easily adjustable alternative for managing sluggish bowel transit. Available in senokot syrup 150ml and senokot syrup 500ml (or 500ml senokot syrup) bottle configurations, this trusted liquid senna treatment helps relieve abdominal fullness, tightness, and straining associated with acute constipation.

Key Features:

• Convenient Liquid Dosage Form: Ideal liquid alternative for patients who experience difficulty swallowing solid tablets or capsules.
• Standardized Active Strength: Delivers 7.5mg Sennosides (as Sennoside B) per 5ml spoonful, providing equivalent efficacy to standard Senokot tablets.
• Predictable Overnight Relief: Takes 8 to 12 hours to take effect, making bedtime administration ideal for morning release.
• Natural Plant-Based Origin: Formulated using natural Senna Fruit pod extract to stimulate colonic motility.
• Flexible Bottle Sizes: Offered in 150ml bottles for short-term personal use and 500ml economy sizes for home medicine cabinets.

Mechanism of Action: How Does Senokot Liquid Work?

Senokot Syrup operates through a targeted two-stage colonic metabolic pathway:

• Microbial Cleavage of Sennosides: The inactive sennoside glycosides pass unchanged through the upper gastrointestinal tract until reaching the large intestine. Colonic microflora enzymes cleave the sugar units, converting sennosides into the active compound Rhein-anthrone.

• Direct Myenteric Plexus Stimulation: Rhein-anthrone directly stimulates the myenteric plexus (Auerbach's plexus) embedded in the colonic mucosal wall. This triggers rhythmic, propulsive smooth muscle contractions (peristalsis) while inhibiting excessive fluid reabsorption, resulting in softer, easily passed stools.

Ingredients:

• Active Ingredient (per 5ml): Standardized Senna Fruit (Pods) extract equivalent to 7.5mg Sennosides (calculated as Sennoside B).
• Liquid Excipients & Base: Purified Water, Sucrose, Methyl Parahydroxybenzoate (E218), Propyl Parahydroxybenzoate (E216), Potassium Sorbate (E202), Ethanol 96%, Maltodextrin, Flavorings.

How to Use & Dosage Guidance:

• Target Users: Indicated for adults, the elderly, and children aged 12 years and over.

• Administration: Shake the bottle thoroughly before use. Use the provided measuring spoon for accurate dosing.

• Recommended Dosage:

  • Adults and Children Over 12 Years: Take one 5ml to two 5ml spoonfuls (5ml to 10ml) at night before bedtime.

  • Starting Dose: It is recommended to start with one 5ml dose at bedtime and adjust to two 5ml spoonfuls if needed.

  • Maximum Daily Dose: Do not exceed 10ml (15mg Sennosides) in any 24-hour period.

• Why Take Senokot Syrup at Night: Taking Senokot Syrup at bedtime aligns with its 8 to 12-hour activation window, enabling the liquid laxative to work overnight for comfortable morning relief.

• Duration: Use for a maximum of 1 to 2 weeks. If symptoms persist for more than 3 days, consult a doctor.

Shipping

We offer reliable UK delivery with Royal Mail. Orders are typically processed within 1–2 business days, with standard delivery taking 3–5 business days. Enjoy free shipping on UK orders over £35, or a flat £3.50 fee for orders below. For more details read our complete shipping policy.

Returns

Returns are accepted within 28 days on eligible unopened items in their original packaging. Medicines, prescription products, and opened items cannot be returned unless faulty or damaged. For more details read our complete return policy.