phenolphtalein

, A synthetic compound, white or slightly yellow crystalline powder. By the nature of laxative action is similar to the preparations of rhubarb, also has a preferential effect on the colon. When an alkaline reaction feces stains them red. Take for chronic constipation. The dose for adults - 0,10,2 g per reception (up to 0.3 g per day), children 3-4 years - 0.05 g, 5-6 years - 0.1 g 7-9 years - 0, 15 g, 10-14 years - 0.15-0.2 g, for children up to 3 years not prescribed. Phenolphthalein should not take a long time, may cause an irritating effect on the kidney.