Numark Lactulose Solution 500ml Key Features ##features## Lactulose 3.3g/5ml Oral Solution is used to treat the symptoms of constipation. 5ml contains 3g Lactulose. ##end-features## Product Details Numark Lactulose 500ml is an effective oral solution that provides gentle relief from constipation by naturally softening stools and supporting regular bowel movements. How To Use Adult and adolescents over 14 yearsStarting dose: 15-45 ml corresponding to 10-30g lactuloseMaintenance dose: 15-30 ml corresponding to 10-20 g lactulose Children (7-14 years)Starting dose: 15 ml corresponding to 10 g lactuloseMaintenance dose: 10-15 ml corresponding to 7-10 g lactulose Children (1-6 years)Starting dose: 5-10 ml corresponding to 3-7 g lactulose BabiesStarting dose: up to 5 ml corresponding to up to 3 g lactulose. Portal systemic encephalopathy (Liver disease that affects the brain) Adults:Beginning with 30 - 50 ml 3 times daily (corresponding to 60 - 100 g lactulose). The dosage has to be adopted to get 2-3 soft stools daily, pH of the stools should be between 5.0 to 5.5. Children:The safety and efficacy in children aged 0-18 years has not been established.In elderly patients and patients with renal or hepatic insufficiency no special dosage recommendations exist." Safety Information Do not take Lactulose oral solution: if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the components of Lactulose oral solution. if you suffer from galactosaemia (a severe genetic disorder where you cannot digest galactose). acute inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis), blockage in your bowel (apart from normal constipation), digestive perforation or risk of digestive perforation, abdominal pain or undetermined cause. Take special care with Lactulose oral solution Active Ingredients Lactulose Patient Information Leaflet ##leaflet## Age Restricted Product Purchasing this product online is only suitable for those aged 18 years and over. If you are under 18 years of age and wish to purchase this product, please visit your local Rowlands Pharmacy and speak with a pharmacist in store.
