Lactus Syrup Lactulose Solution, 200mL/Bottle by ICM Pharma

ICM Pharma LACTUS is a gentle over-the-counter laxative that is pleasant tasting, easy to consume and suitable for all ages. It is widely used in hospitals and clinics.

LACTUS contains “lactulose” an osmotic laxative used in the treatment of constipation. LACTUS works by helping to draw water into the bowels from the surrounding tissue, thus softening the stool mass and encouraging bowel movement.

Directions

Constipation: Treatment Dosage

Adult : three teaspoonfuls (15mL)
Child 1 to 5 years : one teaspoonful (5mL)
Child 5 to 10 years : two teaspoonfuls (10mL)
Infant under 1 year : half teaspoonfuls (2.5mL)
To be taken twice daily, gradually reduced according to requirement.

Maintenance dose for Chronic Constipation

Adult : two to three teaspoonfuls (10-15mL)
Child 1 to 10 years : one to two teaspoonfuls (5-10mL)
Infant under 1 year : one teaspoonful (5mL)
To be taken once daily.

HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY

Adult : take 30-50mL, three times daily.
Initial doses of 30-45mL may be given every hour, subsequently adjusted to produce two to three soft stools daily.