- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: May 11, 2023
Smulax liq 100ml
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Product Overview
Composition: Lactulose (3.35gm/5ml)
Smulax Liquid is a type of sugar used to treat constipation. It is known as a laxative and makes your stool easier to pass by drawing water into your bowel. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy (a liver disease causing confusion, tremor, decreased level of consciousness).
Smulax Liquid can be taken with or without food. You should take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Use this medicine regularly to get the maximum benefit and try to take it at the same time(s) each day. Your dose may go up or down depending on how well it is working. Do not take more than you are advised to and, if you miss a dose, do not take an extra one to make up for it. This medicine takes at least 48 hours to work. Talk to your doctor if you are still constipated after 3 days.
Uses
- Treatment of Constipation
- Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Smulax Liquid may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How It works
Smulax Liquid works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.
What if you forget to take?
If you miss a dose of Smulax Liquid, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Safety Advice for Smulax liq 100ml
Alcohol
Consult with your doctor before taking alcohol with medication.
Pregnancy
Smulax Liquid is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies
Breastfeeding
Smulax Liquid is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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