Lactoben 3.35 gm/5 ml (Oral Solution)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 170.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Lactulose
Company Benham pharmaceuticals ltd

Product Title

  • Lactoben 3.35 gm/5 ml Oral Solution

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Pharmaceutical

Description

  • A hyperosmolar laxative used for the effective treatment of constipation.

Indications

  • Treatment of chronic constipation
  • Intestinal flora disturbances
  • Increased blood ammonia levels

Pharmacology

  • Metabolized in the colon by saccharolytic bacteria
  • Produces low molecular weight organic acids
  • Lowers pH of colon contents
  • Promotes retention of water by an osmotic effect
  • Increases peristaltic activity
  • Minimally absorbed

Dosage & Administration

  • Adult dosage: 3-6 teaspoons daily initially, 1½-6 teaspoons daily in long-term therapy
  • Children dosage: 3 teaspoons daily initially, 1-2 teaspoons daily in long-term therapy
  • Infants and toddlers dosage: 1-2 teaspoons daily initially, 1 teaspoon daily in long-term therapy

Interaction

  • No significant drug interactions with Lactoben
  • Potassium deficiency may intensify glycosidic effect of cardiac glycosides

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to galactose or lactose
  • Galactose-free diet
  • Gastro-cardial symptom complex
  • Suspected intestinal obstruction

Side Effects

  • Flatulence
  • Cramp
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Diarrhoea in overdose
  • Loss of electrolytes, primarily potassium in abuse

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • US FDA Pregnancy Category B
  • No adverse effects observed
  • Use during pregnancy and lactation to be determined by a registered physician

Precautions & Warnings

  • Administer with care to patients intolerant to Lactoben
  • Higher dose may be required for (pre) coma hepaticum in diabetics

Overdose Effects

  • No reports of accidental overdosage
  • Expected symptoms: diarrhoea, abdominal cramps

Therapeutic Class

  • Osmotic purgatives

Storage Conditions

  • Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
  • Keep out of the reach of children

Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: C12H22O11

Mode of Action

  • Draws water into the bowel
  • Causes distention through fluid accumulation
  • Promotes soft stool
  • Accelerates bowel motion

Commonly Asked Questions

  • Use for treating constipation and reducing blood ammonia in liver disease
  • Consumption frequency: once a day for constipation, three or four times a day for liver disease
  • Benefits seen in 2-3 days
  • Side effects may include diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting

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