Microlax

Medically reviewed by Meghan Maynard Harlan. Last updated on April 21, 2024

MICROLAX®

Pharmacia & Upjohn

Micro-Enema

Indications And Clinical Uses: Rectal constipation; or, as directed by a physician, to facilitate rectoscopic or sigmoidoscopic examination.

Adverse Reactions: No severe reactions have been reported. Very occasionally slight cramps or tenesmus may occur.

Dosage: Adults and children: the contents of 1 tube (5 mL) administered rectally but a second tube may be needed in severe cases; children under 3 years, insert only half the length of the nozzle into the rectum. Defecation can normally be expected within 5 to 20 minutes. No lubrication of the tip of the nozzle is necessary, 1 drop pressed out of the tip before application will facilitate insertion into the rectum.

Availability And Storage: Each mL contains: sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, glycerin, sorbitol, sorbic acid, and distilled water q.s. in a disposable plastic tube fitted with a flexible enema tip about 5 cm long. Tubes of 5 mL. Boxes of 4, 12 and 50.

MICROLAX® Pharmacia & Upjohn Micro-Enema

About Meghan Maynard Harlan

Meghan Maynard Harlan, PharmD is a licensed pharmacist across Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Kansas, with nine years of experience spanning retail, hospital, and long-term care pharmacy. Her clinical strengths include patient counseling, immunization delivery, medication therapy management, and regulatory adherence across diverse care settings. She is known for her precision, communication skills, and ability to coordinate seamless care transitions. Meghan is a member of the American Pharmacists Association, Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, and the Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society.