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Lactusoft is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Constipation. Lactusoft also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Lactusoft is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lactusoft can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lactusoft are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lactusoft is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lactusoft has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lactusoft related warnings section.
Lactusoft can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lactusoft in conditions like Galactosemia. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lactusoft are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Lactusoft may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Lactusoft, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lactusoft 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 Lactusoft is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lactusoft safe for pregnant women?
Lactusoft is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Lactusoft safe during breastfeeding?
Lactusoft may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lactusoft on the Kidneys?
Lactusoft is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lactusoft on the Liver?
Using Lactusoft does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lactusoft on the Heart?
Lactusoft is completely safe for the heart.
Lactusoft 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 Lactusoft unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lactusoft habit forming or addictive?
Lactusoft is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lactusoft since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lactusoft only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lactusoft in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lactusoft
Taking Lactusoft with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lactusoft
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lactusoft and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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
