Article Contents ::
- 1 The Brand Name LIVOLUK Has Generic Salt :: Lactulose
- 2 LIVOLUK Is From Company Panacea Priced :: Rs. 162.25/331.10
- 3 LIVOLUK have Lactulose is comes under Sub class Cathartics,Laxatives,Fecal Softeners of Main Class Gastrointestinal System
- 4 Main Medicine Class:: Gastrointestinal System Sub Medicine Class :: Cathartics,Laxatives,Fecal Softeners
- 5 Disclaimer ::
- 6 The Information available on this site is for only Informational Purpose , before any use of this information please consult your Doctor .Price of the drugs indicated above may not match to real price due to many possible reasons may , including local taxes etc.. These are only approximate indicative prices of the drug.
The Brand Name LIVOLUK Has Generic Salt :: Lactulose
LIVOLUK Is From Company Panacea Priced :: Rs. 162.25/331.10
LIVOLUK have Lactulose is comes under Sub class Cathartics,Laxatives,Fecal Softeners of Main Class Gastrointestinal System
Main Medicine Class:: Gastrointestinal System Sub Medicine Class :: Cathartics,Laxatives,Fecal Softeners
| Salt Name : OR Generic Name | Form | Price : MRP /Probable | Packing | ||
| Lactulose | SYR | Rs. 162.25/331.10 | 200ML/450ML |
| Brand Name | Company / Manufacturers | Strength | Unit | Price / 200ML/450ML |
| LIVOLUK | Panacea | 10G/15ML | 200ML/450ML | Rs. 162.25/331.10 |
| Company Brand Name | Salt Combination | Main Medical Class | Sub Medical Class |
| From Panacea :: LIVOLUK | Lactulose | Gastrointestinal System | Cathartics,Laxatives,Fecal Softeners |
Indications for Drugs ::
Constipation, Hepatic encephalopathy
Drug Dose ::
Constipation: Adults: Initially 15 ml twice daily, adjusted according to patient’s need. Children: Under 1 year: 2.5 ml twice daily 1-5 years: 5 ml twice daily 5-10 years: 10 ml twice daily Hepatic encephalopathy: 30-50 ml 3 times daily, subsequently adjusted to produce 2-3 soft stools daily.
Contraindication ::
Lactulose is contraindicated in patients with galactosaemia and intestinal obstruction.
Drug Precautions ::
It should be used with caution in patients with lactose intolerance and diabetes.
Drug Side Effects ::
Initial dosing may produce flatulence and intestinal cramps, which are usually transient. Excessive dosage can lead to diarrhoea.
Pregnancy category ::
2
Drug Mode of Action ::
Lactulose promotes peristalsis by producing an osmotic effect in the colon with resultant distention. In hepatic encephalopathy, it reduces absorption of ammonium ions and toxic nitrogenous compounds, resulting in reduced blood ammonia concentrations.
Drug Interactions ::
May prevent release of mesalazine in the colon. Decreased effect with oral neomycin, antacids.
