{"product_id":"lactulose-oral-solution-constipation","title":"Lactulose Oral Solution","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLactulose Oral Solution is an oral or topical treatment, depending on the product used for constipation where clinically appropriate. It contains Lactulose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitability depends on your symptoms, medical history, current medicines, allergies, previous treatment and pregnancy or breastfeeding considerations where relevant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Lactulose Oral Solution exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe treatment schedule for constipation is: 15 ml twice daily initially. Do not change the dose, frequency or duration unless advised by a clinician.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasure each dose with a suitable measuring device rather than a household spoon. Maintain appropriate fluid intake unless a clinician has advised otherwise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLactulose can take at least 2 days to work and may cause wind, bloating or diarrhoea. Maintain adequate fluid intake and reduce the dose if stools become too loose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf symptoms of constipation worsen, do not respond as expected or you develop a serious reaction, stop and seek appropriate clinical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLactulose Oral Solution contains Lactulose as the main active ingredient or treatment component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact formulation, excipients, device components or inactive ingredients can vary by manufacturer and pack supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways check the patient information leaflet or product instructions supplied with your specific pack, particularly if you have known allergies or intolerances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloating, wind, abdominal cramps and diarrhoea can occur, particularly when treatment is started or the dose is too high.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLactulose can take at least 2 days to work and may cause wind, bloating or diarrhoea. Maintain adequate fluid intake and reduce the dose if stools become too loose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSevere abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, marked abdominal swelling, inability to pass wind, significant rectal bleeding, unexplained weight loss or suspected bowel obstruction requires medical assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop treatment and seek urgent medical help for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, collapse or another severe allergic reaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse only as directed on the pack or by the pharmacist, and seek clinical review if symptoms are severe, recurrent, atypical or not improving as expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pharmacy Only","offers":[{"title":"300ml","offer_id":53440230687056,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":53440740557136,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/8106\/5040\/files\/LactuloseOralSolution.png?v=1787491622","url":"https:\/\/i-prescribe.co.uk\/products\/lactulose-oral-solution-constipation","provider":"I Prescribe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}