Lactulose is used for: Constipation; Hepatic encephalopathy.
Recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for Lactulose.
For the prevention and treatment of portal-systemic encephalopathy, including the stages of hepatic pre-coma and coma. Controlled studies have shown that lactulose solution therapy reduces the blood ammonia levels by 25 to 50%; this is generally paralleled by an improvement in the patients' mental state and by an improvement in EEG patterns.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Lactulose. Full label: DailyMed.
For the prevention and treatment of portal-systemic encephalopathy, including the stages of hepatic pre-coma and coma. Controlled studies have shown that lactulose solution therapy reduces the blood ammonia levels by 25 to 50%; this is generally paralleled by an improvement in the patients' mental state and by an improvement in EEG patterns. The clinical response has been observed in about 75% of patients, which is at least as satisfactory as that resulting from neomycin therapy. An increase in patients' protein tolerance is also frequently observed with lactulose solution therapy. In the treatment of chronic portal-systemic encephalopathy, lactulose solution has been given for over 2 years in controlled studies.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Lactulose. Full label: DailyMed.
Oral Adult The usual adult oral dosage is 2 to 3 tablespoonfuls (30 to 45 mL, containing 20 g to 30 g of Generlac Solution) three or four times daily. The dosage may be adjusted every day or two to produce 2 or 3 soft stools daily. Hourly doses of 30 to 45 mL of Generlac Solution may be used to induce the rapid laxation indicated in the initial phase of the therapy of portal-systemic encephalopathy.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Lactulose — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Since Generlac Solution (Lactulose Solution, USP) contains galactose (less than 1.6 g/15 mL), it is contraindicated in patients who require a low galactose diet.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Lactulose. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
A theoretical hazard may exist for patients being treated with lactulose solution who may be required to undergo electrocautery procedures during proctoscopy or colonoscopy. Accumulation of H 2 gas in significant concentration in the presence of an electrical spark may result in an explosive reaction. Although this complication has not been reported with lactulose, patients on lactulose therapy undergoing such procedures should have a thorough bowel cleansing with a non-fermentable solution. Insufflation of CO 2 as an additional safeguard may be pursued but is considered to be a redundant measure.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Lactulose — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Precise frequency data are not available. Generlac Solution may produce gaseous distention with flatulence or belching and abdominal discomfort such as cramping in about 20% of patients. Excessive dosage can lead to diarrhea with potential complications such as loss of fluids, hypokalemia, and hypernatremia. Nausea and vomiting have been reported.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Lactulose — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
25 brands · 15 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Lactulose guide →
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Storage conditions, a normal darkening of color may occur.
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Lactulose.
What is Evalax?
Evalax 200ml Syrup is a Lactulose medicine made by OHM Pharmaceuticals Lab Pvt. Ltd. It comes as 200ml Syrup.
What is Evalax used for?
Lactulose is used for Constipation, Hepatic encephalopathy.
What is the generic name of Evalax?
The generic name of Evalax is Lactulose.
Which brands of Lactulose are available in Nepal?
25 brands of Lactulose are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 15 makers — including Duphalac 150ml Oral Solution, Duphalac 450ml Syrup, Duphalac 200ml Syrup, Duphalac 250ml Syrup, Evalax 100ml Syrup, Evict 180ml Syrup.
What are the side effects of Lactulose?
Precise frequency data are not available. Generlac Solution may produce gaseous distention with flatulence or belching and abdominal discomfort such as cramping in about 20% of patients. Excessive dosage can lead to diarrhea with potential complications such as loss of fluids, hypokalemia, and hypernatremia.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. A catalog listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
