Treatment of Constipation|Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy

In Treatment of Constipation Lactulose 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. Lactulose Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Lactulose Syrup is a type of sugar used to treat constipation. It is known as a laxative and makes your stool easier to pass by drawing water into your bowel. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy (a liver disease causing confusion tremor decreased level of consciousness).Lactulose Syrup can be taken with or without food. You should take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Use this medicine regularly to get the maximum 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 is working. Do not take more than you are advised to and if you miss a dose do not take an extra one to make up for it. This medicine takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days.The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe diarrhea and electrolyte imbalance. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.Before taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if you are 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). Do not take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if you are 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. Lactulose Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : SAFE <p> Consuming alcohol with Lactulose Syrup does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Lactulose Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Lactulose Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Lactulose Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Lactulose Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lactulose Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Lactulose Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lactulose Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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

Chemical Class :: Synthetic Disaccharide|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL|Action Class :: Osmotic laxatives/Purgative

Treatment of Constipation|Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy

Abdominal pain | Nausea | Vomiting | Diarrhea

Q. How long does it take for Lactulose 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 Lactulose Syrup.| Q. What is Lactulose Syrup used for?::: Lactulose 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 which is a serious liver problem causing confusion tremors and decreased level of consciousness.| Q. Is Lactulose Syrup a laxative?::: Yes Lactulose 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 Lactulose Syrup?::: Lactulose Syrup very commonly causes diarrhea flatulence nausea vomiting and abdominal pain. Diarrhea and abdominal pain occur due to a high dose. In such cases the dose should be reduced. 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 Lactulose Syrup every day?::: You should take Lactulose Syrup for as long as advised by your doctor. You may also take it for as long as constipation lasts which may be up to a week. For hepatic encephalopathy the treatment may be longer even several months.| Q. Who should not be given Lactulose Syrup?::: Lactulose 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 the body cannot process galactose.| Q. Can I take other laxatives along with Lactulose Syrup?::: Usually one laxative is sufficient to relieve constipation. In case you need more your doctor may advise you to take one more laxative along with Lactulose Syrup. The risk of side effects is more with two laxatives.| Q. What if I take more than the recommended dose of Lactulose Syrup?::: Taking more than the recommended dose of Lactulose Syrup may cause abdominal pain electrolyte imbalance and diarrhea which may last for a couple of days.| Q. How should Lactulose Syrup be taken?::: You should take the prescribed amount in the measuring cup or spoon that is provided with the medicine. You can take it with water or fruit juice if you find it very sweet. Drink plenty of water for better results. Swallow it as soon as you keep it in mouth to prevent tooth decay which can occur if you take it for a longer time.