Lactizip Information

Lactizip is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Constipation. Secondary and off-label uses of Lactizip have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Lactizip is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Lactizip are Abdominal distension, Abdominal Pain, Diarrhoea. Usually, these side effects of Lactizip go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Lactizip's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Lactizip has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lactizip related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Lactizip have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Lactizip with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Lactizip is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Lactizip Benefits & Uses
Lactizip Dosage & How to Take
Lactizip Side Effects
Lactizip Related Warnings
Lactizip Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lactizip
Lactizip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lactizip Benefits & Uses

Lactizip is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Lactizip 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: With meal 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
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: With meal 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: With meal 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
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: With meal 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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: With meal 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

Lactizip Related Warnings

Is the use of Lactizip safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Lactizip will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Lactizip safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Lactizip for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lactizip on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Lactizip on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lactizip on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Lactizip on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Lactizip will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lactizip on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Lactizip on the heart, information on safety of Lactizip for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Lactizip Contraindications

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

Allergy
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Lactizip

Is this Lactizip habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lactizip.

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

After taking Lactizip you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lactizip should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Lactizip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lactizip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lactizip

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lactizip, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lactizip

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

Unknown