Constipation
|Treatment and prevention of Hepatic encephalopathy

In Constipation Lactiol Syrup is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. This medicine takes a couple of days to work (up to 3 days). Take it as instructed even it appears not to be working. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days. Constipation is a common problem that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This medicine can relieve discomfort and improve your quality of life. To prevent constipation from happening it may help to eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Lactiol Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Lactiol Syrup is a type of sugar that is used to treat constipation. It works by drawing water into the intestine which makes the stool softer and easier to pass. It may also be used in the treatment and prevention of hepatic encephalopathy.Lactiol Syrup should be taken as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. You should take the amount your doctor's advice and you can mix it with water or fruit juice if you prefer. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose may go up or down depending on how well it’s working. Don’t take more than you’re advised to and if you miss a dose don’t take an extra one to make up for it. Lactiol Syrup takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you’re still constipated after three days.The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You may also feel (or be) sick. You can help avoid the side effects by drinking plenty of fluids taking your medicine between meals. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe stomach pain severe diarrhea mood changes and seizures. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.Before taking Lactiol Syrup you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if you’re unable to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over a long period of time your doctor may want you to have occasional blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Don’t take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Lactiol Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lactiol Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
| - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Lactiol Syrup is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
| - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Lactiol Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
| - Driving : SAFE <p> Lactiol Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.
| - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Lactiol Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
| - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Lactiol Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Lactiol Syrup skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n

Chemical Class :: Dimeric Sugar Alcohol
|Habit Forming :: No
|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL

Constipation
|Treatment and prevention of Hepatic encephalopathy

Flatulence
| Cramps
| Abdominal distension

Q. How long does it take for Lactiol Syrup to work?::: It takes about 2-3 days to see the benefits of the treatment. Talk to your doctor if you feel constipated even after 3 days of taking Lactiol Syrup.
| Q. What is Lactiol Syrup used for?::: Lactiol Syrup is used to treat constipation which is presented as infrequent bowel movements hard and dry stools. It is also used in patients with hepatic encephalopathy (serious liver problem causing confusion tremors and decreased level of consciousness).
| Q. Is Lactiol Syrup a laxative?::: Yes Lactiol Syrup is a laxative which softens the stools by pulling in water from the body to the large intestine. It is also used to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease.
| Q. What are the side effects of taking Lactiol Syrup?::: Lactiol Syrup very commonly causes diarrhea flatulence nausea vomiting and abdominal pain. Diarrhea and abdominal pain occur due to high dose and dose should be reduced in such cases. Flatulence may occur during the first few days of treatment and may disappear after sometime. This medicine may also cause electrolyte imbalance. However this is an uncommon side effect.
| Q. Is it okay to take Lactiol Syrup every day?::: You should take Lactiol Syrup for as long as advised by your doctor. You may also take it for as long as constipation lasts which may be upto a week. For hepatic encephalopathy the treatment may be longer may be several months.
| Q. Who should not be given Lactiol Syrup?::: Lactiol Syrup should not be given to patients who are allergic to it or are intolerant to lactose (cannot process lactose). It should also be avoided in patients having galactosemia a rare health problem where body cannot process galactose.
| Q. Can I take other laxatives along with Lactiol Syrup?::: Usually one laxative is sufficient to relieve constipation. In case you need it your doctor may advise you to take one more laxative along with Lactiol Syrup. The risk of side effects is more with 2 laxatives.
| Q. What if I take more than the recommended dose of Lactiol Syrup?::: Taking more than the recommended dose of Lactiol Syrup may cause abdominal pain electrolyte imbalance and diarrhea which may last for a couple of days.