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Constulose is a medicine containing the active ingredient lactulose, which has a laxative effect used to effectively treat patients with constipation. Constulose is a prescription drug, so to ensure its effectiveness, patients also need to follow the instructions of a specialist, and refer to more information about the uses of Constulose in the article below. .
1. What are the uses of Constulose?
1.1. What is Constulose? Constulose is a laxative used to treat constipation. Oratid medicine has the main ingredient Lactulose
The drug is made in the form of a solution, and is packaged in a bottle of 10g/15mL
1.2. What does Constulose do? Constulose is used to treat the symptoms of chronic constipation and is sometimes used to treat or prevent certain brain conditions caused by liver failure, confusion, or problems with your liver. memory. Contraindications of the drug Constulose
Physical inflammatory bowel diseases (such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease ...), or obstructive or semi-obstructive syndrome and abdominal pain syndrome of unknown etiology. The galactose diet due to the fact that in the components of the drug there is a similar sugar of 8%.
2. Usage of the drug Constulose
2.1. How to take Constulose Taking Constulose by mouth, Constulose must be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Remember to take your medicine at the same time every day. Dosage is based on the patient's medical condition and response to therapies. It can take up to 48 hours to have a bowel movement. If there is any serious condition, notify the doctor. 2.2. Dosage of Constulose Constulose is usually taken once a day when constipated, or as directed by your doctor. Patients who are using the crystals in the sachet should dissolve the medicine in half a cup of water (4 ounces or 120 ml), or as directed by the doctor. 2.3 Dealing with missed doses Usually medicines can be taken within 1 to 2 hours of what is prescribed in the prescription. Unless there is a strict rule about when to take the medicine, it can be taken a few hours after forgetting. However, if the time is too far from the time you need to take it, you should not take the medicine to make up for it, because it is dangerous for the body. It is necessary to adhere to it correctly or before deciding to take the drug, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
2.4 Treatment of overdose When a patient overdoses on Constulose 10g/15mL, it is necessary to stop taking it, immediately notify the doctor or pharmacist when there are abnormal symptoms.
3. Notes when using the drug Constulose
Elderly, weak people who take lactulose for more than 6 months need to check electrolytes (such as potassium, chloride, carbon dioxide) periodically while taking the drug.
Care should be taken in people with diabetes, because lactulose contains small amounts of free lactose and galactose. Lactulose solution should be used with caution in persons requiring electrocautery during rectal and colonoscopy, as the drug can cause accumulation of high concentrations of hydrogen gas and may explode in the presence of electrical sparks.
3.1 Pregnancy The use of lactulose during pregnancy has not been studied. Therefore, drugs should not be used during pregnancy, only when absolutely necessary and need to consult a doctor, to avoid affecting the fetus.
3.2 Lactation It is not known whether the drug is distributed into breast milk. It is advisable to ensure that the safety and effectiveness of the drug in young children has not been established. Caution should be exercised when lactulose is administered to nursing mothers.
3.3 Precautions while driving and using machines Lactulose has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines so the drug can be taken.
4. Constulose side effects
Constulose may cause gas, bloating, belching, stomach rumbling and pain, nausea and cramps. If any of these side effects persist, tell your doctor or pharmacist right away. It should be remembered that this drug has been prescribed by doctors, as it has been judged that the benefit to the patient outweighs the risk of side effects. Many patients who use the drug do not experience serious side effects. Call your doctor right away if you have any of these serious side effects: vomiting, diarrhea, irregular heartbeat, muscle cramps and weakness, bloody stools, mental changes or mood swings, seizures, severe or persistent stomach or abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. Some serious allergic reactions to this medicine are very rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, difficulty breathing, itching or swelling (especially of the face-tongue - throat), and severe dizziness. All of the above is not a complete list of possible side effects. If the patient notices other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately for specific instructions.
5. Constulose drug interactions
Constulose drug can increase potassium excretion when combined with other drugs such as: Steroids and amphotericin B, or thiazide,... Therefore, to avoid drug interactions, patients need to comply absolutely the treatment indications from the doctor, and at the same time inform all the drugs that are being used to be prescribed the most appropriate dose of Constulose.
There are several products that may interact with this drug: antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, and other laxatives.
6. How to store Constulose
Need to carefully read the instructions on drug storage information written on the package of the medicine box and also the instruction sheet for Constulose 10g/15mL. Before using, it is necessary to check the expiry date of the medicine and do not use the medicine after the expiry date indicated on the medicine box. Common drugs are usually stored at room temperature, avoiding direct contact. Exposure to sunlight or high temperature and humidity will cause the drug to be metabolized to its ingredients. In addition to the information about the use of Constulose above, if you have any other questions, you should directly discuss with your doctor for appropriate answers.
