Ispaghula + Lactulose Benefits & Uses

Ispaghula + Lactulose is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Ispaghula + Lactulose Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 g Dosage Form: Granules Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 3.5 gm ispaghula and 10 gm lactulose in 15 gm granules
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 g Dosage Form: Granules Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 3.5 gm ispaghula and 10 gm lactulose in 15 gm granules

Ispaghula + Lactulose Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ispaghula + Lactulose is used -

Moderate

Decreased potassium level in blood
Metabolic acidosis

Mild

पेट दर्द
Belching

Common

पेट की गैस
Gastrointestinal discomfort

Ispaghula + Lactulose Related Warnings

Is the use of Ispaghula + Lactulose safe for pregnant women?

Ispaghula + Lactulose is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ispaghula + Lactulose safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ispaghula + Lactulose for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ispaghula + Lactulose on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ispaghula + Lactulose on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ispaghula + Lactulose on the Liver?

Using Ispaghula + Lactulose does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ispaghula + Lactulose on the Heart?

You can take Ispaghula + Lactulose without any fear of damage to the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ispaghula + Lactulose with Other Drugs

Ispaghula + Lactulose should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Digoxin

Bisacodyl

Docusate

Olmesartan,Amlodipine,Hydrochlorothiazide

Amiodarone

Salbutamol

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ispaghula + Lactulose Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ispaghula + Lactulose unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Abdominal Pain
Nausea and Vomiting
Diabetes
Allergy
Galactosemia

Frequently asked Questions about Ispaghula + Lactulose

Is this Ispaghula + Lactulose habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ispaghula + Lactulose has not been reported.

Ispaghula + Lactulose Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ispaghula + Lactulose

Taking Ispaghula + Lactulose with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ispaghula + Lactulose

Information about the interaction of Ispaghula + Lactulose and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.