Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. It works by drawing water into the bowel and makes the stool softer and easier to pass, thereby providing relief from constipation. Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free helps in normalizing bowel movements. Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free also helps in the growth of good gut bacteria which help in proper digestion. Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy. It works by reducing the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease by drawing ammonia from the blood into the colon, thereby facilitating the removal of toxins from the body.

FAQs

How does Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free help treat constipation?

Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free works by drawing water into the bowel and makes the stool softer and easier to pass, thereby providing relief from constipation.

Is Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free used to treat hepatic encephalopathy?

Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free is used to treat hepatic encephalopathy in adults. Hepatic encephalopathy is a liver disease in which the liver does not remove the toxins from the body, which leads to loss of brain function.

Does Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhea might occur if Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Is it safe to take Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free for longer durations?

Do not take Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Taking Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free for longer durations might cause dehydration, an imbalance of electrolytes in the body which can affect the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free for a week, consult your doctor.

I am diabetic. Can I take Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free?

Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free contains lactulose, a synthetic sugar. In normal doses, it might not affect your blood glucose levels. However, consult your doctor before taking Lacoluk Solution Sugar Free if you are diabetic.