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Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution

ContainsLactitol (10gm)
MRP₹297.1920% OFF
₹237.75

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Packaging:200.0 ml in 1 bottle
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Composition:Lactitol (10gm)
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Chemical ClassDimeric Sugar Alcohol
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL

About Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution 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.Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution 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. Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution 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 Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution, 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

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution 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.Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution 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. Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution 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 Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution, 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. Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

Composition of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution

Lactitol (10gm)

Uses of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution

Constipation

Key Benefits of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution

  • In Constipation Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution is a laxative that treats constipation by drawing water into the bowels thereby making stools softer and easier to pass. This medicine takes a couple of days to work (up to 3 days). Take it as instructed even it appears not to be working. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days. Constipation is a common problem that can cause significant pain and discomfort. This medicine can relieve discomfort and improve your quality of life. To prevent constipation from happening it may help to eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water.

Side Effects of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution

  • Flatulence
  • Cramps
  • Abdominal distension

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving
SAFE

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

It takes about 2-3 days to see the benefits of the treatment. Talk to your doctor if you feel constipated even after 3 days of taking Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution.

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution is used to treat constipation which is presented as infrequent bowel movements, hard and dry stools. It is also used in patients with hepatic encephalopathy (serious liver problem causing confusion, tremors and decreased level of consciousness).

Yes, Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution is a laxative which softens the stools by pulling in water from the body to the large intestine. It is also used to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease.

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution very commonly causes diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Diarrhea and abdominal pain occur due to high dose and dose should be reduced in such cases. Flatulence may occur during the first few days of treatment and may disappear after sometime. This medicine may also cause electrolyte imbalance. However, this is an uncommon side effect.

You should take Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution for as long as advised by your doctor. You may also take it for as long as constipation lasts, which may be upto a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, the treatment may be longer, may be several months.

Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution should not be given to patients who are allergic to it or are intolerant to lactose (cannot process lactose). It should also be avoided in patients having galactosemia, a rare health problem where body cannot process galactose.

Usually one laxative is sufficient to relieve constipation. In case you need it, your doctor may advise you to take one more laxative along with Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution. The risk of side effects is more with 2 laxatives.

Taking more than the recommended dose of Lactmed Laxative Oral Solution may cause abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance and diarrhea, which may last for a couple of days.

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