Polylac 3.35 gm/5 ml (Oral Solution)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Lactulose |
| Company | Silco pharmaceutical ltd |
Title
- Polylac 3.35 gm/5 ml Oral Solution
Categories
- Medicine
- Laxative
- Pharmaceutical
Indications
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Intestinal Flora Disturbances
- Increased Blood Ammonia Levels
Description
- Hyperosmolar Laxative
- Non-Absorbable Disaccharide
- Effective Treatment for Constipation
- Promotes Soft Stool
- Accelerates Bowel Motion
Pharmacology
- Synthetic Disaccharide
- Metabolized in Colon by Saccharolytic Bacteria
- Produces Low Molecular Weight Organic Acids
- Lowers pH of Colon Contents
- Promotes Retention of Water by Osmotic Effect
- Increases Peristaltic Activity
- Minimally Absorbed
Dosage & Administration
- Adults Initial Dose: 3-6 tea-spoons daily
- Children Initial Dose: 3 tea-spoons daily (up to 14 years)
- Infants Initial Dose: 1-2 tea-spoons daily
- Reduction of Blood Ammonia Level Dose: Maximum of 18-30 tea-spoons daily
- For Portal Systemic Encephalopathy: Hourly Doses of 6-9 tea-spoons
- Long-Term Therapy Doses for Adults, Children, and Infants
Interaction
- No Significant Drug Interactions
- Intensified Effect of Cardiac Glycosides by Potassium Deficiency in Abuse
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Galactose and 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)
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- No Adverse Effects
- Decisions by Registered Physician
Precautions & Warnings
- Administered with Care to Intolerant Patients
- Higher Dose for (Pre) Coma Hepaticum
- Consideration for Diabetics
Overdose Effects
- No Reports of Accidental Overdosage
- Expected Symptoms: Diarrhoea and Abdominal Cramps
Therapeutic Class
- Osmotic Purgatives
Storage Conditions
- Dry Place
- Away from Light and Heat
- Keep Out of Reach of Children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C12H22O11
- Chemical Structure: Synthetic Disaccharide
Frequently Asked Questions
- Use of Polylac 3.35 gm/5 ml Solution
- Frequency of Use
- Onset of Action
- Laxative Use
- Side Effects
- Routine Use
- Patient Suitability
- Overdose and its Effects