Sorbitol is a laxative. It works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis,
which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.

Sorbitol is used to treat constipation.

It is also useful as an irrigating fluid for the urinary bladder during certain surgical
procedures (transurethral procedures).
It may also be used as a sweetener in food, cough syrups, and sugar-free chewing
gums.
It is also used in cosmetics as a moisturizer and skin thickener.

 Diarrhea
 Nausea and vomiting
 Stomach pain
 Swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
 Increased thirst
 Shortness of breath
 Weight gain
 Weakness
 Black or tarry stools

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women
unless absolutely necessary.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney
diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from
dehydration or electrolyte abnormalities due to the increased risk of worsening of
the patient's condition.

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from diabetes
mellitus since it may increase the sugar levels in the blood.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from severe
cardiopulmonary dysfunction due to the increased risk of fluid overload.
This medicine is not recommended for use for more than 1 week.