Indications

Laxative

Contraindication

Galactosaemia, GI obstruction, digestive perforation or risk of digestive perforation. Patient on low galactose diet.

Special Precautions

Patient w/ lactose intolerance, DM or those who may require electrocautery procedures during proctoscopy or colonoscopy. Pregnancy and lactation. Patient Counselling Monitoring Parameters Monitor serum electrolytes, serum ammonia; bowel movement patterns, fluid status; BP.

Side Effects

Abdominal discomfort (e.g. flatulence, cramps), nausea and vomiting.

Drug Interactions

Reduced effect w/ non-absorbable antacids, neomycin and other oral anti-infectives. Concomitant use w/ other laxatives may falsely suggest that adequate lactulose dosage has been achieved.

Route of Administration

Oral

Dosage

As directed by the physician