Warnings
Lactulose Risks, Warnings, and Complications
Lactulose can cause new or worsening health problems in some people. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other treatments for constipation or hepatic encephalopathy if you are at an increased risk of complications from lactulose use. Some of the risks of taking this medicine include:
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Precautions Before Starting Lactulose
Tell your doctor if you have ever had allergic reactions to lactulose, any of the active or inactive ingredients in lactulose solution, or any other medications. Your pharmacy can give you a list of ingredients.
Give your doctor and pharmacist a complete list of your medications, including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, nutritional supplements, and herbal products. This can help avoid possible interactions between your medications.
Lactulose may not be safe for people with certain medical conditions. Tell your doctor if you are on a low-lactose diet, galactose-free diet, or if you have diabetes.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, could be pregnant, plan to get pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
Precautions During Use of Lactulose
Keep all your medical and lab appointments while on lactulose.
Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while on lactulose.
Lactulose Drug Interactions
Certain other drugs can affect how lactulose works. Possible interactions between lactulose and other medicines can increase the risk of severe adverse reactions. Some of the medications that can interact with lactulose include:
- Antacids
- Other laxatives
- Certain antibiotics, such as neomycin
Give your doctor or pharmacist a complete list of your medications, including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, dietary supplements, and herbal remedies. Also, tell your healthcare professional if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use recreational drugs because some of these substances can cause serious health complications when used with prescription and over-the-counter medications.
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