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Leaflet LACTULOSE-MIP 650mg / ml syrup
Precautions:
Lactulose is an osmotic laxative used to treat chronic constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It works by drawing water into the intestines, softening stools and promoting bowel movement. Additionally, it alters gut flora, promoting beneficial bacteria and reducing blood ammonia levels, which is helpful in liver conditions.
It is administered orally or rectally and has a gradual effect, usually becoming effective within 24-48 hours. Lactulose is preferred over other laxatives due to its safety profile and is commonly used in children, pregnant women, and the elderly.
It is primarily used for chronic constipation but also serves as an adjunct therapy in hepatic encephalopathy to prevent toxin buildup in the body. Compared to other laxatives, it has a gentler effect and a lower risk of dependency.
Side effects may include bloating, flatulence, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea, especially at high doses. It is not recommended for individuals with severe lactose intolerance or intestinal obstruction.
It is administered orally or rectally and has a gradual effect, usually becoming effective within 24-48 hours. Lactulose is preferred over other laxatives due to its safety profile and is commonly used in children, pregnant women, and the elderly.
It is primarily used for chronic constipation but also serves as an adjunct therapy in hepatic encephalopathy to prevent toxin buildup in the body. Compared to other laxatives, it has a gentler effect and a lower risk of dependency.
Side effects may include bloating, flatulence, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea, especially at high doses. It is not recommended for individuals with severe lactose intolerance or intestinal obstruction.
General data about LACTULOSE-MIP 650mg / ml
- Substance:
- lactulose
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-01-2019
- Product code:
- W54245004
- Concentration:
- 650mg / ml
- Pharmaceutical form:
- syrup
- Packing volume:
- 1000ml
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-6L — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for lactulose
Concentrations available for lactulose
- 10g/15ml
- 12g
- 650mg/ml
- 66.7%
- 660mg/ml
- 667mg/ml
- 67%
- 670mg/ml
- 6g