Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution - 10 Sachets

What is Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution? 

Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution sachets contain a laxative known as lactulose, and it’s used to treat the symptoms of constipation. It makes your stool softer and easier to pass, and it works by drawing water into the bowel. This product contains 10 sachets. The brand may vary.

 

How to use this product

Always take Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. Take your doses at the same time each day. The dose may be given once daily, for example during breakfast, or divided into two or three doses a day. Swallow the medicine quickly. Do not keep it in your mouth.

 

You can take Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution undiluted or diluted in some liquid. During the treatment with laxatives you should drink sufficient amounts of fluids (approx. 2 litres per day, equal to 6-8 glasses). It can take 2-3 days until the desired effect has been achieved since lactulose is not degraded until it reaches the colon. To determine the correct dosage for yourself or your child, please refer to the patient information leaflet provided.

 

What is constipation?

Constipation isn’t just about not being able to go to the toilet - rather, it describes a collection of symptoms that include hard, pellet-like stools; excessive straining, a sensation that you are unable to go, and a decrease in bowel movements.

 

The source of constipation varies, but it could be caused by medication, lack of fibre, dehydration, stress, exercise, hormones, or ignoring the urge to go to the toilet. However, it’s important to remember that constipation is subjective to the individual, and it’s very normal to not have a daily bowel movement.

 

Is Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution suitable for children? 

Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution is suitable for children aged 7 years and over. If you’re looking for a constipation treatment for a child under the age of 7, you must speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice on alternative treatment options.

 

Is Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women? 

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 

 

Can Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution be taken with food and drink?

Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution can be taken with or without food. There are no restrictions on what you can eat or drink.

 

When should this product not be used? 

Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take this product if you are allergic to lactulose or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not take this product if you suffer from galactosaemia (a severe genetic disorder where you cannot digest galactose), acute inflammatory bowel diseases (like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis), blockage in your bowel (apart from normal constipation), digestive perforation or risk of digestive perforation or unexplained abdominal pain.

 

Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if you suffer from gastro-cardiac syndrome (Roemheld syndrome). If you have symptoms like excess gas in your bowels or bloating after using, stop the treatment and consult your doctor.

 

Are there any side effects? 

Like all medicines, Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. Common side effects include: 

 

• Flatulence (wind)
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

 

For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

 

Storage information

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

 

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.

 

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