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Osmolax

Name: Osmolax 3.35gm/5ml Oral Solution
Brand: Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.
SKU: 25965
Price: 152 BDT
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Oral Solution - (3.35gm/5ml)

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Generic: Lactulose

Safety Advices

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Consuming alcohol with Osmolax does not cause any harmful side effects.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Osmolax 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.

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Osmolax 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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Osmolax does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Osmolax is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Osmolax may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Osmolax is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Osmolax may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Medicine Overview of Osmolax 3.35gm/5ml Oral Solution

Introduction

Osmolax 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). Osmolax 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...

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Uses of Osmolax

Constipation
Hepatic encephalopathy

Side effects of Osmolax

Common

Abdominal pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea

How to use Osmolax

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. Osmolax may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Osmolax works

Osmolax works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.

What if you forget to take Osmolax?

If you miss a dose of Osmolax, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Osmolax is used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy.

It should preferably be taken at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect.

It is usually taken once a day as needed for up to 2 weeks. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor.

Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:

Take it atleast 2 hours after taking other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.

Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.

Brief Description

Indication

Constipation, Hepatic encephalopathy

Adult Dose

Constipation Solution: 15-30 mL (10-20 g) PO once daily; may be increased to 60 mL (40 g) once daily Portal Systemic Encephalopathy Prophylaxis 30-45 mL (20-30 g) PO q6-8hr, adjusted until 2-3 soft stools/day; if acute, may be given q1-2hr until 2-3 soft stools/day Treatment 20-30 g (30-45 mL) PO q1hr to induce rapid defecation; reduced to 20-30 g q6-8hr after defecation achieved; titrated to produce 2-3 soft stools/day

Child Dose

Constipation 0.7-2 g/kg/day (1-3 mL/kg/day) PO in divided doses; not to exceed 40 g/day (60 mL/day) Portal Systemic Encephalopathy Prophylaxis Infants: 2.5-10 mL/day (1.7-6.67 g/day) PO in divided doses; titrated to produce 2-3 soft stools/day Children and adolescents: 40-90 mL/day (26.7-60 g/day) PO in divided doses; titrated to produce 2-3 soft stools/day

Contraindication

Lactulose is contraindicated in patients with galactosaemia and intestinal obstruction.

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.

Precaution

It should be used with caution in patients with lactose intolerance and diabetes. Lactation: Unknown whether drug is distributed into milk; use with caution

Side Effect

Initial dosing may produce flatulence and intestinal cramps, which are usually transient. Excessive dosage can lead to diarrhoea, dehydration, nusea, vomiting, hypokalemia.

Interaction

May prevent release of mesalazine in the colon. Decreased effect with oral neomycin, antacids.

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Osmolax

Oral Solution - (3.35gm/5ml)

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Generic: Lactulose

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The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.

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