Enterosgel is an oral intestinal adsorbent used for the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhoea and chronic diarrhoea associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome with diarrhoea (IBS-D). It works locally within the gastrointestinal tract and is not absorbed into the bloodstream.

Enterosgel has a porous gel structure that physically adsorbs selected substances within the gastrointestinal tract. These substances remain bound to the gel and are then carried through the digestive system and eliminated naturally in the stool.

No. Enterosgel is a polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate intestinal adsorbent and is not activated charcoal, a probiotic, an antibiotic or an antimotility medicine. It works through physical adsorption within the gastrointestinal tract.

Both sizes contain the same Enterosgel formulation. The 90g tube provides a smaller, convenient size, while the 225g Clinical Size contains more product for customers who require a larger quantity. Choose the size that best suits your expected duration and frequency of use.

Shake the tube before use, measure the appropriate amount and dilute it in room-temperature water before swallowing. Adults and those aged 15 years and over generally take 15–22.5g diluted in approximately 200mL of water three times daily. Always follow the age-specific directions supplied with the product.

Enterosgel should be taken at least 2 hours before or after oral medicines because its adsorbent action may affect their absorption. It should also be taken approximately 1–2 hours before or after meals. Enterosgel should not be used with modified-release oral medicines.

Yes. Enterosgel has age-specific directions for infants and children. For children under 3 years of age, consultation with a doctor before use is advised. Maintaining adequate fluid intake is particularly important when children have diarrhoea.

Enterosgel can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding when used as directed. However, anyone who is unwell during pregnancy or breastfeeding should seek advice from a healthcare professional.

For acute diarrhoea, Enterosgel is generally used for 3–5 days. For diarrhoea associated with IBS-D, it may be used for up to 30 days, followed by a break of at least 3 days before beginning another course. Do not exceed the recommended dose or treatment duration.

Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than 2 days or if there is fever, blood in the stool, signs of dehydration, repeated vomiting, six or more episodes of diarrhoea within 24 hours, or severe or continuous abdominal pain. If bowel movements stop for 1–2 days while using Enterosgel, stop taking it, increase fluid intake and resume only after the next bowel movement.