(LAK too lose) Brand: Constulose, Kristalose
• You must not use this medicine if you are on a particular diet low in galactose (milk sugar).
• Till taking lactulose, speak your doctor if you have diabetes or if you need to have any type of intestinal test using a scope (such as a colonoscopy).
• It may take up to 48 hours till you have a bowel movement after taking lactulose.
• Stop using lactulose and call your doctor at once if you have severe or ongoing diarrhea.
• The liquid form of lactulose may become slightly darker in color, but this is a harmless effect. However, do not use the medication if it becomes very dark, or if it gets thicker or thinner in texture.
• If you use lactulose over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have casual blood trials. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.
• Lactulose is a type of sugar. It is broken down in the big intestine into mild acids that draw water into the colon, which helps soften the stools.
• Lactulose is used to treat chronic constipation.
• Lactulose is sometimes used to treat or prevent determined conditions of the brain that are caused by liver failure, which can lead to confusion, problems with memory or thinking, behavior changes, tremors, feeling irritable, sleep problems, loss of coordination, and loss of consciousness.
• Lactulose may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicine guide.
• You must not use this medicine if you are on a particular diet low in galactose (milk sugar).
• To create certain you can safely take lactulose, speak your doctor if you have another medical conditions, especially:
· diabetes; or
· if you need to have any type of intestinal test using a scope (such as a colonoscopy).
• FDA pregnancy category B. This medicine is not expected to be deleterious to an unborn child. Speak your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
• It is not known whether lactulose passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing child. Do not use this medicine without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Take exactly as predesigned by your doctor. Do not take in larger or less amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Measure liquid medication with a particular dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
• The liquid form of lactulose may become slightly darker in color, but this is a harmless effect. However, do not use the medication if it becomes very dark, or if it gets thicker or thinner in texture.
• Lactulose powder must be mixed with at least 4 ounces of water. You may also use fruit juice or milk to create the medicine taste better.
• It may take up to 48 hours till you have a bowel movement after taking lactulose.
• If you use lactulose over a long period of time, your doctor may want you to have casual blood trials. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.
• Store lactulose at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
• Take the missed doze as soon as you remember. Skip the missed doze if it is nearly time for your following scheduled doze. Do not take extra medication to create up the missed dose.
• Search abnormal medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
• Overdose symptoms may include confusion, uneven heart course, extreme thirst, heighten urination, leg discomfort, and muscle weakness or limp feeling.
• Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice. Use only the type of antacid your doctor recommends. Some antacids can create it harder for your body to absorb lactulose.
• Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Stop using lactulose and call your doctor at once if you have severe or ongoing diarrhea.
• Smaller serious side effects may include:
· bloating, gas;
· stomach pain;
· diarrhea; or
· nausea, vomiting.
• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
• There may be another drugs that can interact with lactulose. Speak your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal commodity. Do not start a new medicine without telling your doctor.
• Your pharmacist can provide more information about lactulose.
Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.
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