Lactolax
Oral Solution
Composition
Lactolax oral solution : Each 5ml oral solution contains Lactulose concentrate USP equivalent to Lactulose 3.35mg.
Properties and effectiveness
Lactulose, which is not broken down in the stomach and small intestine,begins its action in the large intestine where it is broken down primarily by intestinal bacteria.In this degradation process,lactic acid is produced,this in turn supports the growth of intestinal bcteri important for humns and hinders the growth of putrefactive bacteria.Thus normalization of intestinal flora(eubiosis) results.In addition,the increase in metabolic degradation products in the blood which cannot be sufficiently detoxified by the liver is reduced.
Lactulose improves the transter of calcium Salts and Phosphates from the intestines,stimulates intestianal peristalsis and leads to a softening of the stool.It also leads to healing and improvement n gum disease through normalization of metabolic process in theperiodontal region.
Even long-term use of Lactolax does not lead to habituation and thus there is no loss of efficacy.
Indication
Constipation(chronic constipation): In every case of chronic constipation,initial treatment should consist of a diet rich in fiber(vegatables,salads,fruits,suppliments of linseeds, whet germ,etc) a generous amount of liquids and much physical exercise.
Lactolx is only to be taken when these measures prove insufficient.
Intestinal flora disturbances : in
- Damage to intestinal flora,following therapy with broad spectrum antibiotics
- infants
- gall bladder diseases
- intestinal diseases(coltis,diverticulosis,megacolon)
Diseases of the gums and the parodontic apparatus(paradontosis,bleeding frm the gums,inflammation,dystrophy)
Dosage & Administration
1.In constipation(chronic constipation): due to the tact that every organism responds differently to Lactoiax,each patient must determine his/her own optimal dos in the course of time.
Patient group initially in long term therapy
Adults 3 to 6 tea-spoons daily 1.5 to 6 tea-spoon daily.
children up to 14 years 3 tea-spoon daily 1 to 2 tea-spoon daily.
Infants and toddlers 1 to 2 tea-spoon daily 1 tea-spoon daily.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to either galactose and or lactose, galactose-free diet,Gastro-cardial symptom complex(heart prolems stemming from the gastrointestinal tract),suspected intestinal obstruction.
Pregnancy&lactation
studies show that lactulose has no adverse effects,Decisions regarding use during pregnancy and lactation must be made by a registered physican.
Side Effects
Occasionally flatulence can occur at the beginning of treatment,this is rapidly eliminated by reducing the dose and or taking the daily dose in several smaller individual portions spread over the course of the day.Overdoses can result in dirrhoea.In abuse; loss of electrolytes(primarily Potassium)