Lactulone is an osmotic laxative whose active ingredient is lactulose, a substance capable of softening the stool by retaining water in the large intestine, being indicated to treat constipation.
This drug is available in the form of syrup, and its effects are usually obtained after use for a few consecutive days, since its function is to restore the regular functioning of the intestine by intensifying the accumulation of water in the fecal cake.
- Lactulone is produced by Daiichi Sankyo Brasil Pharmaceutical Laboratories.
- Which are located in the main pharmacies.
- And is also available in its generic form or similar to other brands.
- Such as Lactuliv.
- Its price is between 30 and 50 reais per bottle.
- Which varies depending on where it is sold.
Lactulone is indicated for those with constipation, as in addition to increasing the number of bowel movements, abdominal pain and other discomfort caused by this problem decreases.
In addition, this medicine is indicated for the prevention of hepatic encephalopathy (including pre-coma or liver coma stages), due to improved intestinal function.
Lactulone can preferably be taken in a single shot in the morning or evening, alone or mixed with water or foods, such as fruit juices, milk, yogurt for example, always following a medical opinion.
The dose used is as follows
adults
Children
Constipation
As it is not an irritating drug for the gut, lactulose can be used for long-term treatment of people without contraindications, having safer use than intestinal stimulant laxatives, such as bisacodyle, for example. Understands the dangers of using laxatives.
Some of the main side effects of lactulone include abdominal cramps, gas, roars, diarrhea, bloating and nausea.
Lactulone is counteraded in case of
In addition, it should be avoided or used only by medical advice in case of pregnancy, lactation and people with diabetes.