Kulax Syrup 300 ml

Indications:

Lactulose is a drug that belongs to a class of medications called laxatives.
It is used to help relieve constipation by making the stools softer and easier to pass.
It works by drawing water into the intestines.
It is used in hepatic encephalopathy (a decline in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease) by reducing blood ammonia.
Constipation is generally a symptom in which the bowel movement is less than three times a week.
Constipation is very common, however, some people suffer from chronic constipation which can interfere with their ability to carry out their daily tasks.
Chronic constipation also causes people to strain to defecate.

How to use:

Dosage in stool softening and constipation:
Adults and adolescents: The recommended starting dose is 15-45 mL (10-30 g) followed by a maintenance dose of 15-30 mL (10-20 g).
Children (7-14 years): The recommended starting dose is 15 mL (10 g) followed by a maintenance dose of 10-15 mL (7-10 g).
Children (1-6 years): The recommended starting and maintenance dose is 5-10 mL (3-7 g).
Infants under 1 year: The recommended starting and maintenance dose is up to 5 mL (up to 3 g).
Dosage in hepatic encephalopathy (adult):
_ The recommended initial dose is 30-45 mL orally three to four times daily followed by a maintenance dose:

Adjust the dose depending on your response until you start producing 2-3 stools per day.
The dose may be taken as a single daily dose or it may be divided into two daily doses.
You can use the measuring cup that comes with the bottle to measure your dose.
It may take a few days for the medicine to start working. The maintenance dose is determined based on your response.
You can take the medicine regardless of meals.
Dosages may be changed in some cases
side effects:
Flatulence (it goes away after a few days).
nausea.
Belly pain.
Diarrhea.
vomiting.

Pregnancy and lactation:

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
It is a safe laxative during pregnancy.
Non-drug tips:
Drink plenty of water.
Eat plenty of fiber.
It is recommended to move more.
Eat foods that contain probiotics or take a probiotic supplement.
Regularity in going to the bathroom.

Warnings and Precautions:

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you develop allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, skin rash, swelling of the face or neck, low blood pressure, and dizziness.
Diabetes (high blood glucose levels)
If you suffer from lactose intolerance (the inability to digest the sugar lactose normally).
Call your doctor if you do not feel relief within several days of using the medicine.
You may need higher doses if you are taking this medicine to treat hepatic encephalopathy (a decrease in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease). Therefore, blood glucose levels can rise as a result of the higher amount of sugar being absorbed into the blood.
Be sure to tell your doctor if you have diabetes and liver problems in order to adjust the doses of your diabetes medications.
Do not use the medication for longer than necessary to prevent dehydration.
Avoid taking other laxatives at the same time to prevent excessive gastrointestinal side effects.

Preservation method:

Store at a temperature below 25°C.
Do not cool the medicine in the refrigerator.
Keep this medicine away from children.
Store in the original box.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.
The expiration date refers to the last day of the month.