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Lacrest Benefits & Uses

Lacrest is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Lacrest 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: Hepatic Encephalopathy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lacrest Related Warnings

Is the use of Lacrest safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Lacrest in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lacrest safe during breastfeeding?

Lacrest has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Lacrest on the Kidneys?

Lacrest is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lacrest on the Liver?

Using Lacrest does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lacrest on the Heart?

Lacrest is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lacrest with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Bisacodyl

Docusate

Olmesartan,Amlodipine,Hydrochlorothiazide

Amiodarone

Salbutamol

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Lacrest Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Allergy
Galactosemia

Frequently asked Questions about Lacrest

Is this Lacrest habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lacrest is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Lacrest does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Lacrest is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lacrest for mental disorders.

No

Lacrest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lacrest

You can take Lacrest with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacrest

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lacrest.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lacrest

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Lacrest?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Lacrest is available in the form of liquid to be taken orally. For the management of constipation, it is usually, taken once a day and for the management of a liver disease, it is usually taken 3 to 4 times a day. It is important to take the quantity exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Taking higher or the lower dose may have an adverse effect, therefore, one should always be compliant with the prescription label or doctor's recommendation.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I take Lacrest?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

You might have to take Lacrest for as long as constipation or hepatic encephalopathy lasts. For constipation, your doctor might prescribe it for a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, your doctor might prescribe it for several months. It is extremely important that you take Lacrest for as long as it is prescribed your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is it safe to take Lacrest?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to take Lacrest for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor, provided you take the exact prescribed amount. However, in some people, Lacrest may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, gas, diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps. If any of these side effects occur, one must speak to the doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Lacrest be used in children?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Lacrest can be used in children. Constipation is one of the highly prevalent problems in childhood. In children above 6 months of age, dietary modifications are recommended for the prevention and management of constipation, however, if there is no respite, osmotic laxatives such as lactulose have been found to be effective.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Lacrest?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Lacrest is a disaccharide or a sugar which is a synthesized from fructose and galactose. It is used for the treatment of constipation majorly. In some cases, this drug is also given to treat liver diseases such as hepatic encephalopathy (decline in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease).