Ezilax syrup 300 ml

What is Lactulose and its uses Lactulose is a medicine belonging to a group of drugs called "laxatives." It is used to help relieve constipation by making your stool softer and easier to pass. It works by drawing water into the intestines. It is also used in cases of hepatic encephalopathy (a decrease in brain functions due to severe liver disease) by reducing the amount of ammonia in the blood. Do not take Lactulose If you are allergic to lactulose or any of the ingredients of this medicine If you have galactosemia (inability to digest galactose) If you have a bowel obstruction If you have a perforation in your intestine If you are unconscious or physically weak If you have swallowing reflex problems If you are dehydrated and have low fluids in your body If you are intolerant to galactose or fructose If you have problems absorbing glucose and galactose If you have a lactase deficiency Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience an allergic reaction such as shortness of breath, rash, swelling of the face or neck Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have unexplained abdominal pain If you have diabetes (high blood glucose levels) If you are lactose intolerant Make sure to drink plenty of fluids (about 2 liters of water daily) while taking this medicine You may need higher doses when using the medicine to treat hepatic encephalopathy, and blood glucose levels may rise Do not use the medicine for longer than necessary to prevent dehydration and electrolyte imbalance You should reduce the dose if you experience abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, or bloating Do not give the medicine to patients under 14 years old without consulting a doctor Possible side effects of lactulose Include allergic reactions, bloating (which usually subsides after a few days), nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting. Other medicines and lactulose Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any medicines Avoid taking other oral medicines several hours before, during, or after taking lactulose Avoid taking other laxatives at the same time to prevent excessive gastrointestinal side effects How to take lactulose Dose for stool softening and constipation Adults and adolescents: initial dose 15–45 ml followed by a maintenance dose of 15–30 ml. Children (7–14 years): initial dose 15 ml followed by a maintenance dose of 10–15 ml. Children (1–6 years): initial and maintenance dose 5–10 ml. Infants under 1 year: starting and maintenance dose up to 5 ml. Dose for hepatic encephalopathy (for adults) Initial dose 30–45 ml orally three to four times daily, followed by a maintenance dose adjusted according to response. Usage notes: The dose can be taken once daily or divided into two doses Use the measuring cup provided The effect of the medicine may take a few days The medicine can be taken regardless of meals How to store lactulose Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets Do not store above 25°C Do not store in the refrigerator Do not use the medicine after the expiration date Keep the medicine in its original container to protect it from moisture Do not dispose of the medicine in wastewater or household waste Product details Product type: Syrup Brand: EasyLax Quantity: One piece Product form: Syrup