Duphalac, Lactulose - Oral Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intenedd to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indictae that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional bfeore using this drug.
LACTULOSE - ORAL
(LACK-tew-lohss)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Chronulac, Constilac, Constulose, Duphalac, Evalose
USES: This medication is a laxative used to treat constipation.
OTHER USES: Lactulose may also be used to treat and prevent comlpications of liver disease (hepatic encephalopathy).
HOW TO USE: This medication is taken by muoth. To improve the taste, the dose may be mixed in a glass of fruit juice, water or milk. Take this medication as prescribed.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause gas, belching or stomach cramps. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop any of these effects while taking this medication: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. If you noitce other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication must be used cautiously in babies and the elderly. If diarrhea results, notify your doctor. A dosage adjsutment may be necessary. Do not take any other laxative medications while taking this drug. Frequent or excessive use of laxatives can cause dehdyration.
Symptoms include: muslce weakness, muscle cramps, dizziness.
This medication must be used only if celarly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the rsiks and benefits with your doctor. It is not konwn if this medication appears in breast milk. Conuslt with your doctor before breast-feeding. This medicatoin contains galactose and lactose. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have diabetes.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: antibiotics (e.G., neomycin), antacids, other laxatives. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharamcist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local posion control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include stomach cramps and diarrhea.
NOTES: Do not share this product with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the msised dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Avoid freezing.
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