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Lactomed (10g/15ml) 200ml Syrup
- Manufacturer Medley Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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Generic Name
Lactulose
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Product Information
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Description
Lactulose reduces intestinal ammonia production and absorption in three ways. First, the colonic metabolism of sugars causes a laxative effect via an increase in intraluminal gas formation and osmolality which leads to a reduction in transit time and intraluminal pH.
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Ingredients
Lactulose
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Drug Class
Laxative
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Dosage Form
Syrup/Suspension
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Uses
Lactulose is utilized for the following therapeutic indications:
- Used as a laxative to treat constipation.
- Helps in softening stools by drawing water into the colon.
- Employed in the management of hepatic encephalopathy by reducing blood ammonia levels.
- Promotes regular bowel movements in patients with chronic constipation.
- May be used as part of a bowel preparation regimen before medical procedures.
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Dosage
To be used as per doctor's prescription
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In case of Overdose
Overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, or symptoms of low blood potassium or low blood sodium (confusion, weakness, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling). Seek immediate medical help in case of overdose
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Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.
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How To Use
To be taken as per doctor's prescription
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When Not to Use
Contraindicated in case of:
- allergy to the constituents
- galacosemia
- gastrointestinal obstruction
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Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- diarrhea
- vomiting or nausea
- abdominal pain
- flatulence
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Precautions & Warnings
Your healthcare provider needs to know if you have any of these conditions:
- pregnancy
- breast-feeding
- other medical conditions
- diabetes (as it increases blood sugar levels)
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Drug Interactions
This medication may interact with these drugs:
- aluminium hydroxide
- calcium carbonate
- sodium citrate / bicarbonate
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Storage/Disposal
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, light and children
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Control Drug
No
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Quick Tips, if any
Measure the dose using a measuring cup
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