Laxido is a laxative and is used to treat constipation that has been present for a long time as well as faecal impaction. The main ingredient macrogol, this works by absorbing water into the stool and increases the volume and water content of stools. This helps relieve constipation as the stools pass through the bowel more easily. Laxido is suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over. You should not use Laxido Orange if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the sachets. You should also not use this treatment if you: Have a perforation in the wall of your intestine Are suffering from a blocked intestine Have ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, or toxic megacolon.