Manufacturer: Davaindia Generic Pharmacy
Salt Composition : Lactulose(10gm)
Bottle of 100ml Oral Solution
(Inclusive of all taxes)
DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution 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.
Lactulose is used in preventing and treating clinical portal-systemic encephalopathy. Its chief mechanism of action is by decreasing the intestinal production and absorption of ammonia. It has also gained popularity as a potential therapeutic agent for the management of subacute clinical encephalopathy.
Lactulose is a synthetic sugar used to treat constipation. It is broken down in the colon into products that pull water out from the body and into the colon. This water softens stools. Lactulose is also used to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
diabetes.
appendicitis.
blockage of the stomach or intestine.
galactosemia.
glucose-galactose malabsorption.
DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution 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.
Consuming alcohol with DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution does not cause any harmful side effects.
DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Lactulose is indicated for use as a laxative in the treatment of chronic constipation in adults and geriatric patients.
Lactulose has no known severe interactions with other drugs.
Lactulose has no known serious interactions with other drugs.
Moderate interactions of lactulose include: aluminum hydroxide. calcium carbonate. deflazacort. ...
Lactulose has no known mild interactions with other drugs
Shake well before use. DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution is used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy.
It should preferably be taken at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect.
It is usually taken once a day as needed for up to 2 weeks. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Take it atleast 2 hours after taking other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.
Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g
Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day
Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week
Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues
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. DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How long does it take for DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution 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 DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution.
Q. What is DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution used for?
DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution 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 DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution a laxative?
Yes, DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution 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 DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution?
DavaIndia Lactulose 10gm Oral Solution 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.
