Senokot Syrup Senokot contains Senna, a natural plant extract which works by stimulating the muscles in the bowel in a similar way to figs & prunes. Helping to bring gentle, predictable relief, Senokot works with your body, leaving you feeling much fresher & brighter again. Senokot Syrup provides effective relief from constipation. It is suitable for children from the age of 2 in a smaller dose. The dose can also be easily managed. Senokot Syrup is a fruit flavoured syrup that is sugar free. Ingredients The active ingredient is Calcium Sennosides (7.5 mg/5ml). The other ingredients are a fruit flavoured base with methyl (E218) & propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates, potassium sorbate (E202), maltitol syrup (E965), xanthan gum, antifoam emulsion, prune flavour, citric acid & water. This medicinal product contains small amounts of ethanol (alcohol), less than 100mg per dose. Sugar free Directions Adults & children over 12: Take two to four 5ml spoonfuls at night. Children over 6: Take one to two 5ml spoonfuls in the morning. Children 2-6: Take half to one 5ml spoonful in the morning. New users should start with the lowest dose & increase if necessary by one half of initial dose each day. Once regularity has been regained, dosage should be reduced & can usually be stopped. Senokot usually acts within 8-12 hours. Dose can be repeated on a daily basis until bowel action is restored, but if there is no bowel movement within three days of use, consult your doctor.