Lactulose is highly effective in treating constipation and hepatic encephalopathy, but it can also cause some side effects. Therefore, patients need to have certain knowledge about Lactulose drug to best treat the disease.

Cirrhotic patients, if they do not have enough bowel movements a day, may progress to hepatic encephalopathy and coma. In addition to the main treatment drugs, patients need to use lactulose to ensure adequate bowel movements and limit hepatic coma. What does lactulose do?