The medicine is used

• To treat constipation (irregular, hard and dry stools)
• To treat hepatic encephalopathy (liver disease causing confusion, tremors, reduced level of consciousness, including coma).

Dosage and dosage regimens

5 ml of lactulose oral solution contain 3.335 g of lactulose. The dose should be adapted to the individual needs of the patient.

Constipation The medicine can be administered in a single daily dose or in 2 doses. After a few days, the initial dose should be adjusted to a maintenance dose based on clinical response. The effect of the treatment can appear only after a few (2-3) days after taking the medicine. Adults and children over 15 years of age (inclusive) Initial daily dose: 15-45 ml Daily maintenance dose: 15-30 ml Children aged 7-14 years Initial daily dose: 15 ml Daily maintenance dose: 10-15 ml Children aged 1-14 years 6 years Initial daily dose: 5-10 ml Daily maintenance dose: 5-10 ml Infants up to 1 year Initial daily dose: 2.5-5 ml Daily maintenance dose: up to 5 ml

Hepatic encephalopathy Adults Initial dose: 30-45 ml 3-4 times a day. The dose should be adjusted later to a maintenance dose to induce 2-3 soft stools per day.

Duration of treatment: Long-term use of the drug is not recommended, unless the drug is used under medical supervision. If the patient does not feel better in a few days or if you feel worse, you should consult a doctor.

Mode of use

Lactulose oral solution can be administered diluted or undiluted, it is necessary to use the included measuring cup. A single dose of lactulose should be swallowed at once and should not be kept in the mouth for a long time. For once-daily administration, the dose should be taken at the same time each day, for example during breakfast. The medicine is administered independently of food.

Warning

The medicine should be administered to children in exceptional cases and under medical supervision. Safety and efficacy in children with hepatic encephalopathy have not been established. Doses used for the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy should be considered in the treatment of diabetics. The dose of antidiabetic medication may need to be adjusted. The medicine can disrupt the normal evacuation reflex. It is recommended to drink a sufficient amount of fluids during treatment. The medicine contains lactose, galactose and a small amount of fructose. Do not store in the refrigerator.

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