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Lactulose - oral, rectal

(lack-tew-lohss)

common brand names: Catulac, Cephulac, Cholac, Enulose, Heptalac

Related Drugs : Generlac, Generlac, Enulose, Calulose, Duphalac, Constulose, Lactulose, Lactulose

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Calulose Usage: this medication is used to treat and prevent complications about liver disease.

Calulose canbe used also for: it med may also be used for treating constipation (oral use).

How to use Calulose: it medication may be taken by mouth, or may be given rectally. To improve taste, oral dose may be mixed in glass of fruit juice, water or milk. Take it medication as prescribed.

Calulose side effects: this drug may cause gas, belching or stomach cramps. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform youre pharmacist. Notify your pharmacist if you develop: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're doctor or physician.

Calulose Precautions: this medication must be used cautiously in child & elderly. If diarrhea results, notify your doctor. a dosage adjustment may be necessary. don't take any laxative meds while taking it drug as additional laxative effect may increase risk of developing diarrhea which in turn may lead to dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration include muscle weakness, muscle cramps and dizziness. this medication contains galactose & lactose. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have diabetes. this drug must be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your doctor. It's not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.

Calulose drug interactions: Tell you're healthcare professional of all prescription & nonprescription drugs you may use, especially about: antibiotics (e.g., neomycin), antacids. do not use laxatives while taking this tablet. don't start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or physician approval.

Calulose Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include stomach cramps & diarrhea.

Calulose special notes: do not share it product with others.

If you missed Calulose dose: If you miss a dose, use this as soon as remembered; do not use if It's almost time for next dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

Calulose Storage: Store in room temperature away from sunlight & moisture. Avoid freezing.

Active Ingredients : Lactulose

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