Avoid using lactulose if you are following a lactose-free diet.
Uses:
Liquid
Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
To make this medicine taste better, you may mix it with about one-half glass of water, milk, or fruit juice.
If a dose is missed:
Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
If you do not remember the missed dose until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat or direct light. Do not freeze.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Your doctor may tell you to change your diet to include whole grains, bran, fruit, and green leafy vegetables.
It is best to avoid certain types of antacids, such as Maalox® or Mylanta®. Check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Warnings:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
When you first take lactulose, it may take 24 to 48 hours before you have a normal bowel movement.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have diabetes before taking this medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows you are taking lactulose if you have any medical tests or surgery on your colon or rectum.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
