Lactulose
Lactulose Information
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Lactulose
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Lactulose is a synthetic derivative of lactose, chemically Lactulose is identified as 4-0-ß-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-fructofuranose. Lactulose is a disaccharide sugar containing one molecule of galactose and one molecule of fructose. It is used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy and as a osmotic laxative. Clinical response in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy is about equal to that of neomycin. It was approved by the FDA in 1976.
Indications
Lactulose is primarily indicated in conditions like Constipation, Hepatic encephalopathy.
Contraindication
Lactulose is contraindicated in conditions like Galactosaemia,GI obstruction.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Lactulose, which give rise to further complications include Hypokalemia, Hyponatremia, Hyponatremia.Lactulose produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Dehydration. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Lactulose therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Lactulose are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Flatulence, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Nausea and vomiting, Bloating, Eructation.
Warnings
Lactulose should be use with caution in diabetic patients. Avoid use in patients with intestinal obstruction, in patients on low galactose diet. It is relatively contraindicated prior to surgery, especially if the procedure requires the electroquatery during colonoscopy and procto-scopy. The drug should only be used during pregnancy and lactation when clearly needed.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Dosage
Lactulose Dosage for Adults
| Dose | 15 to 30 ml |
| Single Dose | 22 (22.5) |
| Frequency | As recommended. |
| Route | PO |
| Note: As Required |
Lactulose Dosage for Neonatal
| Dose | 209.3 mg/kg |
| Single Dose | 210 (209.3) |
| Frequency | 12 hourly |
| Route | Oral |
Lactulose Dosage for Paedriatic
| Dose | 2.5 to 0 ml |
| Single Dose | 1.2 (1.25) |
| Frequency | As recommended. |
| Route | As required according to age. |
| Dose | 335 mg/kg |
| Single Dose | 340 (335) |
| Frequency | 12 hourly |
| Route | Oral |
| Note: - |
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