LACTILAX 10GM/3.5GM POWDER

Overview

LACTILAX 10GM/3.5GM POWDER is a Schedule H drug.

LACTILAX 10GM/3.5GM POWDER is composed of: LACTULOSE (10 GM), ISPAGHULA (3.5 GM)

Lactulose is a type of sugar. It is broken down in the large 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 certain 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.

Usage

LACTULOSE is generally used to treat: Constipation


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for LACTILAX 10GM/3.5GM POWDER and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes or who require a low-lactose diet, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid excess dosage.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LACTULOSE over-dosage can result in: Confusion, Irregular Heartbeat, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Legs Discomfort

Common Side-Effects

LACTULOSE : Nausea

Rare Side-Effects

LACTULOSE : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Vomit, Mood Swings, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching

Technical Classification

LACTULOSE is categorized as: LAXATIVES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for LACTILAX 10GM/3.5GM POWDER

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CACHLAX PWDINR 240 for 100 GM POWDERLACTULOSE 10.0 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
EVICT FIBRE GRANSINR 225 for 100 GM GRANULESLACTULOSE 10.0 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
FIBERFOS PWDINR 219.5 for 90 GM POWDERLACTULOSE 10.0 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
ISABLAC GRANULESINR 180 for 120 GMLACTULOSE 10 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
ISABLAC PWDINR 180 for 120 GM POWDERLACTULOSE 10.0 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
LACTILAX 10GM/3.5GM POWDERINR 178 for 90 GMLACTULOSE 10 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
LACTILAX PWDINR 175 for 90 GM POWDERLACTULOSE 10.0 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
LACTIZ 10GM/3.5GM GRANSINR 195 for 100 GM GRANULESLACTULOSE 10.0 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
LIVOLUK FIBREINR 180 for 90 GM GRANULESLACTULOSE 10 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM
LIVOLUK FIBRE GRANSINR 217.8 for 90 GM GRANULESLACTULOSE 10.0 GM, ISPAGHULA 3.5 GM

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

FIBER FORTE PWDINR 180 for 90 GM POWDERLACTULOSE , ISPAGHULA
OSILAX PWDINR 170 for 90 GM POWDERISPAGHULA , LACTULOSE