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Lactulin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution. Constipation are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lactulin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Lactulin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Lactulin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lactulin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Lactulin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lactulin related warnings talks about Lactulin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lactulin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lactulin in conditions like Galactosemia. Other contraindications of Lactulin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Lactulin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lactulin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Lactulin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lactulin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lactulin safe for pregnant women?
Lactulin is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Lactulin safe during breastfeeding?
Lactulin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lactulin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lactulin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lactulin on the Liver?
Lactulin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lactulin on the Heart?
Using Lactulin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Lactulin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lactulin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lactulin habit forming or addictive?
Lactulin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lactulin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Lactulin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lactulin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lactulin
Taking Lactulin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lactulin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lactulin with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 739
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 676
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 739
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 676
