Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Lactitol(66.67% w/v)
Lactihep Syrup should be taken as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. You may mix it with water or fruit juice if required. 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 is working. Lactihep Syrup takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after three days.
The most common side effects of Lactihep Syrup are abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence. These are usually mild and temporary. You can help avoid these by drinking plenty of fluids and taking your medicine between meals. Talk to your doctor straight away if you experience severe stomach pain, severe diarrhea, mood changes, or seizures.
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.
Lactitol is an osmotic laxative - it exerts its pharmacologic effect by creating a hyperosmotic environment within the small intestine. The osmotic effect generated by lactitol draws water into the small intestine, which loosens stools and ultimately facilitates bowel movements.
Lactulose is administered orally or rectally. At most, 3% is absorbed into the blood and excreted unchanged in the urine within 24 hours. Oral doses of lactulose are poorly absorbed and excreted mainly in the feces as metabolites.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lactihep
Cramps
Abdominal distension
Flatulence
Patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the active substance. Gastro-intestinal obstruction.
Information regarding the use of Lactihep Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lactihep Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Lactihep Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Lactitol is used to treat chronic idiopathic (unknown cause) constipation (CIC). It works by increasing peristalsis (contractions) in the colon, leading to an increase in the number of bowel movements. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Drug-Drug Interaction: LACTITOL may have interaction with an antibiotic (neomycin), cardiac glycoside (digitalis), a drug used to treat ulcers (carbenoxolone), anti-fungal (amphotericin B), corticosteroids, and thiazide diuretics. Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.
Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Lactihep Syrup 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 Lactihep Syrup, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Lactihep Syrup is used for the treatment of constipation.
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.
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 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.
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. Lactihep Syrup 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 Lactihep 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 Lactihep Syrup.
Q. What is Lactihep Syrup used for?
Lactihep 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 Lactihep Syrup a laxative?
Yes, Lactihep 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 Lactihep Syrup?
Lactihep 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.
