Description
LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE contains Lactitol, a disaccharide sugar that breaks down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, increasing the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools, and stool volume, thereby makes the stool softer and more comfortable to pass and provides relief from constipation. In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, lactitol lowers the colon pH, thereby suppresses the absorption of unionized ammonia and other toxins. It also enhances nitrogen excretion through feces.
Take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE as prescribed by your doctor. Try to take the LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE at a fixed time for the best results. You are advised to take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience certain common side effects in some cases, such as abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE. Consult your doctor before taking LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and your doctor will prescribe you LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE. Do not take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE for more than a week as it might cause dependency on LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE for a bowel movement.
Uses of LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE
Constipation, Liver encephalopathy
Medicinal Benefits
LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Additionally, LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE is also used to prevent hepatic encephalopathy (decreased brain function due to liver disease). LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE contains Lactitol (laxative). Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar. It works by breaking down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, which increases the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools, and stool volume, thereby makes the stool softer and more comfortable to pass and provides relief from constipation. In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, lactitol lowers the colon pH, thereby suppresses the absorption of unionized ammonia and other toxins. It also enhances nitrogen excretion through feces.
Directions for Use
Take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE with food. Take the prescribed dose/quantity of LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack; shake the bottle well before each use. Based on your condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration of LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE
Flatulence (wind)
Abdominal pain
Abdominal cramps
Indigestion
Dehydration
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE in case of ileostomy or colostomy. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE. Do not take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE if you have galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder), intestinal obstruction, unexplained abdominal pain, or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or if you have to undergo a colonoscopy. Do not take LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE for more than a week as it may cause dependency on LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE for a bowel movement.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE may have interaction with an antibiotic (neomycin), cardiac glycoside (digitalis), a drug used to treat ulcers (carbenoxolone), anti-fungal (amphotericin B), corticosteroids, and thiazide diuretics.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: LACTITOL MONOHYDRATE may have interactions with irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal obstruction disorder, diabetes, and galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder).
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