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Type of medicine

Generic

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La lactulosa ayuda a aliviar el estreñimiento al atraer agua hacia el intestino, lo que ablanda las heces y facilita su evacuación.

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Description

La solución de lactulosa es un laxante suave de acción natural diseñado para aliviar el estreñimiento. Actúa atrayendo agua al intestino, lo que ablanda las heces y favorece su paso natural. Como acidificante colónico, ayuda a restablecer las deposiciones regulares de forma segura y eficaz.

Esta solución es ampliamente adecuada, incluso para mujeres embarazadas, madres lactantes, niños que experimentan estreñimiento, personas que se recuperan de una cirugía y adultos mayores o personas que padecen estreñimiento crónico o severo.

Directions

Adultos: 15 ml al día (tres cucharadas de 5 ml).

Niños de 5 a 10 años: 10 ml al día (dos cucharadas de 5 ml).

Niños de 1 a 5 años: 5 ml al día (una cucharada de 5 ml).

Lactantes menores de 1 año: 2,5 ml dos veces al día.

Ingredients

Lactulosa: 3,35 g

También contiene pequeñas cantidades de lactosa y galactosa

Side Effects

Diarrea, hinchazón y gases.

Warnings

Utilícese solo como se indica. Tomar más de la dosis recomendada puede ser perjudicial.

Si el estreñimiento persiste o los síntomas no mejoran, consulte a un médico.

No se recomienda el uso prolongado o frecuente de laxantes.

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  • This page was medically reviewed by Dr Sohaib Imtiaz, Clinical Lead on

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FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

How long does lactulose take to work?

It usually takes two to three days before the full effect is felt. This is normal and does not mean it is not working. Do not increase the dose in that time; give it a chance to take effect.

Should I hold it in my mouth or swallow it straight away?

Swallow each dose promptly. Lactulose contains sugars, and keeping it in the mouth for an extended time can contribute to tooth decay, particularly with long-term use.

Is lactulose safe if I have diabetes?

It contains small amounts of lactose and galactose. At normal doses this is usually manageable, but if you are being treated for hepatic encephalopathy the dose is higher and the sugar content becomes more significant. Discuss with our pharmacy team at info@rightangled.com if you are unsure.

Is there anyone who should not take lactulose?

It must not be taken by people with a rare condition called galactosaemia, or by anyone with a blockage in the gut other than normal constipation. If you are unsure whether it is suitable, check with our pharmacy team at info@rightangled.com.

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