About Lactifiber Syrup
Lactifiber Syrup is a type of sugar that is used to treat constipation. It works by drawing water into the intestine, which makes the stool softer and easier to pass. It may also be used in the treatment and prevention of hepatic encephalopathy.Lactifiber Syrup should be taken as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. You should take the amount your doctor's advice, and you can mix it with water or fruit juice if you prefer. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose may go up or down depending on how well its working. Dont take more than youre advised to and, if you miss a dose, dont take an extra one to make up for it. Lactifiber Syrup takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if youre still constipated after three days.The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You may also feel (or be) sick. You can help avoid the side effects by drinking plenty of fluids, taking your medicine between meals. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe stomach pain, severe diarrhea, mood changes and seizures. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.Before taking Lactifiber Syrup, you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if youre unable to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have occasional blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Dont take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if youre pregnant or breastfeeding.
How It Works
Lactifiber Syrup is a type of sugar that is used to treat constipation. It works by drawing water into the intestine, which makes the stool softer and easier to pass. It may also be used in the treatment and prevention of hepatic encephalopathy.Lactifiber Syrup should be taken as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. You should take the amount your doctor's advice, and you can mix it with water or fruit juice if you prefer. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose may go up or down depending on how well its working. Dont take more than youre advised to and, if you miss a dose, dont take an extra one to make up for it. Lactifiber Syrup takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if youre still constipated after three days.The most common side effects are nausea and vomiting. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. You may also feel (or be) sick. You can help avoid the side effects by drinking plenty of fluids, taking your medicine between meals. Occasionally people develop serious side effects including severe stomach pain, severe diarrhea, mood changes and seizures. Talk to your doctor straight away if you notice any of these.Before taking Lactifiber Syrup, you should tell your doctor if you have diabetes or if youre unable to digest milk sugar (lactose intolerant). If you use this medicine over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have occasional blood tests to check the mineral levels (e.g. potassium and sodium). Dont take other laxative medicines while taking this medicine and check with your doctor if youre pregnant or breastfeeding.
How to Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Lactifiber Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Lactifiber Syrup, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
Storage
Store below 30C