Active Ingredient: Lactulose
Lactulose is indicated for the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy.
For this indication, competent medicine agencies globally authorize below treatments:
For:
Oral, between 60 grams lactulose and 100 grams lactulose, divided 3 times daily.
Starting dose: 3 to 4 times daily 30-45 ml (6-9 × 5 ml spoonfuls). This dose may be adjusted to the maintenance dose to achieve two or three soft stools each day.
The lactulose solution may be administered diluted or undiluted. Each dose may, if necessary, be taken with water or fruit juices etc.
Each dose of lactulose should be swallowed in one and should not be kept in the mouth for an extended period of time.
All dosages should be adjusted to the needs of the individual.
During the therapy with laxatives it is recommended to drink sufficient amounts of fluids (1.5-2 litres, equal to 6-8 glasses) during the day.
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