Lactulose Fresenius 670mg/ml Oral Solution

Description

Lactulose Fresenius makes the stool softer and easier to pass, by drawing water into the bowel. It is not absorbed into your body. Lactulose Fresenius is used to treat the symptoms of constipation. You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 3 days.

How To Use

• Always take this medicine exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Take your doses at the same time each day. The dose may be given once daily, for example during breakfast, or divided up to three doses a day.
• Swallow the medicine quickly. Do not keep it in your mouth.
• You can take Lactulose Fresenius oral solution undiluted or diluted in some liquid. Use the measuring cup provided.
• During the treatment with laxatives you should drink sufficient amounts of fluids (approx. 2 l/day, equal to 6 - 8 glasses).
• The recommended dose is:

• Thereafter the dose can be reduced individually.
• It can be take 2 - 3 days until the desired effect will be achieved.
• Children: Lactulose Fresenius should not normally be given to infants and smaller children as it can disturb the normal reflexes for passing stools. In special circumstances your doctor may prescribe Lactulose Fresenius for a child, infant or baby. In these cases your doctor will supervise the treatment carefully.
  

Warning

• Please read the enclosed package leaflet carefully before use
• If symptoms persist consult your doctor
• Do not exceed the stated dose

Active Ingredient

• The active substance is Lactulose (as lactulose liquid). One ml of Lactulose Fresenius solution contains 670 mg lactulose.