Avolose 3.35 gm/5 ml (Oral Solution)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 135.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Lactulose
Company Team pharmaceuticals ltd

Title

  • Avolose 3.35 gm/5 ml Oral Solution

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Healthcare
  • Digestive Health

Description

  • A hyperosmolar laxative used to treat constipation by promoting soft stool and accelerating bowel motion.

Function

  • Treatment of constipation
  • Reduction of blood ammonia levels
  • Improvement of intestinal flora disturbances

Ingredients

  • Lactulose

DosageForm

  • Oral Solution

DosageInstructions

  • Adults initial dose: 3-6 tea-spoons daily, long-term therapy 1½-6 tea-spoons daily
  • Children up to 14 years initial dose: 3 tea-spoons daily, long-term therapy 1-2 tea-spoons daily
  • Infants and toddlers initial dose: 1-2 tea-spoons daily, long-term therapy 1 tea-spoon daily

DrugInteractions

  • No significant drug interactions reported

Contraindications

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

SideEffects

  • Occasional flatulence
  • Cramps
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Overdose can result in diarrhea and loss of electrolytes, primarily potassium

PregnancyAndLactation

  • US FDA Pregnancy Category B
  • No adverse effects observed in studies

Precautions

  • Administer with care to patients intolerant to Avolose
  • Higher doses may need consideration for diabetics

StorageConditions

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

TherapeuticClass

  • Osmotic purgatives

ChemicalStructure

  • MolecularFormula: C12H22O11
  • Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-653-lactulose-chemical-structure-LBdJlB1MefGyTS21429X.svg

FAQs

  • Use: Treats constipation, reduces ammonia in liver disease patients
  • Frequency: Once a day for constipation, three or four times a day for liver disease
  • TimeToWork: 2-3 days for benefits, consult doctor if constipation persists
  • SideEffects: Diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain at high dose
  • DurationOfUse: As advised by doctor or until constipation resolves (up to a week)
  • Contraindications: Allergic or intolerant to lactose, intolerant to Avolose
  • OverdoseEffects: Abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea lasting few days

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