{"id":15992,"date":"2021-11-26T10:25:33","date_gmt":"2021-11-26T10:25:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=15992"},"modified":"2021-12-09T07:39:26","modified_gmt":"2021-12-09T07:39:26","slug":"lactulose-levolac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/lactulose-levolac\/","title":{"rendered":"Lactulose Levolac &#8211; Lactulose uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>670 mg \/ ml&nbsp;oral&nbsp;solution<br>Lactulose<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Lactulose Levolac is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose\u00a0Levolac contains the laxative\u00a0lactulose.\u00a0It draws water into the intestine, which makes the stool softer and facilitates bowel emptying.\u00a0It is not absorbed by the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose&nbsp;Levolac is used for treating constipation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose&nbsp;Levolac can also be prescribed by a doctor to treat a liver problem called post-systemic&nbsp;encephalopathy&nbsp;(it is also known as liver coma).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose contained\u00a0in\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac may also be approved for the treatment of other diseases not mentioned in this leaflet.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you take Lactulos Levolac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Lactulose Levolac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to&nbsp;lactulose&nbsp;or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>if you suffer fromgalactosemia (a serious genetic disease that prevents you from breaking down galactose)acute&nbsp;inflammatory&nbsp;bowel disease (such as&nbsp;Crohn&#8217;s disease&nbsp;or&nbsp;ulcerative colitis&nbsp;), intestinal obstruction (in addition to normal constipation), cracks or the risk of cracking in the digestive tract or abdominal pain without a known cause.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac.\u00a0If you suffer from a gastrointestinal disorder with concomitant cardiac dysfunction (Roemheld&#8217;s syndrome), tell your doctor before\u00a0taking\u00a0Lactulose Levolac.\u00a0If you have this disease and get symptoms such as flatulence or bloating after using\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac, discontinue treatment and consult a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In these cases, your doctor will monitor your treatment closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-term use of unadjusted&nbsp;doses&nbsp;(which give more than 2-3 stools per day) or incorrect use can lead to diarrhea and a disturbed salt balance in the blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are elderly, or if you have a worsening of your general condition, and you are taking&nbsp;lactulose&nbsp;for a period longer than 6 months, your doctor will regularly check your salt balance in the blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients with hepatic systemic disease\u00a0encephalopathy\u00a0should avoid concomitant use of other\u00a0laxatives, as this would make it difficult to determine the individual\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not&nbsp;use Lactulose&nbsp;Levolac for more than two weeks without consulting your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose&nbsp;Levolac may contain trace amounts of sugars formed during manufacture.&nbsp;If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During treatment with\u00a0laxatives, you should drink sufficient amounts of fluid (about 2 liters\/day, equivalent to 6-8 glasses).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose&nbsp;Levolac should not normally be given to infants and young children, as it may interfere with the normal reflexes of bowel movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In special cases, your doctor may prescribe\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac to children, infants, or newborns.\u00a0In these cases, your doctor will monitor your treatment closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Lactulose Levolac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose\u00a0may aggravate potassium deficiency caused by other medicines (eg\u00a0thiazides,\u00a0steroids,\u00a0and amphotericin B).\u00a0Concomitant use of cardiac glycosides may potentiate the effect of\u00a0glycosides\u00a0due to potassium deficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With increasing&nbsp;dose&nbsp;er, a decreasing&nbsp;pH value&nbsp;in the colon has been observed.&nbsp;Thus, drugs whose&nbsp;release&nbsp;depends on the&nbsp;pH&nbsp;of the colon (eg 5-ASA) can be inactivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lactulose Levolac with food and drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose\u00a0Levolac can be taken with or without food.\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac can be taken mixed with, for example, water, juice, chocolate, film milk, or porridge.\u00a0There are no restrictions on what you can eat or drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose&nbsp;Levolac does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened vigilance.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lactulose Levolac contains milk sugar (lactose), galactose or epilactose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Please read the &#8220;Warnings and Cautions&#8221; section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>15 ml\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac contains 42.7 KJ (10.2 kcal).\u00a0You may need to consider diabetics when choosing a\u00a0dosage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to take Lactulose Levolac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take your&nbsp;dose&nbsp;at the same time each day.&nbsp;Dose&nbsp;one can be given once daily, e.g.&nbsp;for breakfast, or divided into three&nbsp;doses a&nbsp;day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swallow the medicine in one gulp.&nbsp;It should not be kept in the mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can take\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac\u00a0oral\u00a0solution undiluted or mixed in a little liquid.\u00a0Use the dosage measure provided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During treatment with\u00a0laxatives, you should drink sufficient amounts of fluid (about 2 liters\/day, equivalent to 6-8 glasses).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For constipation: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20100513000079#\" rel=\"noopener\">Show larger<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Starting dose 2-4 days<\/td><td>Maintenance dose<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Adults and young people over 14 years<\/td><td>15\u201345 ml<\/td><td>corresponding to 10\u201330 g of&nbsp;lactulose<\/td><td>15\u201330 ml<\/td><td>corresponding to 10\u201320 g of&nbsp;lactulose<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Thereafter, the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;can&nbsp;be reduced individually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire daily dose can be taken, for example, in connection with breakfast, advantageously mixed in e.g.\u00a0water, juice, chocolate, film milk, or porridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may take 2-3 days before the desired effect is achieved because&nbsp;lactulose is&nbsp;not broken down until it reaches the colon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of prolonged constipation, a doctor should be consulted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment of children should only be done according to a doctor&#8217;s prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For portal-systemic\u00a0encephalopathy\u00a0(brain effects due to liver disease)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dose&nbsp;one is determined by the doctor who adjusts it individually for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no specific dosing recommendations for elderly patients or patients with renal or\u00a0hepatic\u00a0impairment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Safety and efficacy in children aged 0-18 years have not been established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you take more Lactulos Levolac than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center (tel. 112) for risk assessment and advice.\u00a0Bring this information and any remaining solution so that the healthcare staff knows exactly what you have taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of overdose, you may experience diarrhea and abdominal pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to take Lactulos Levolac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac, take the next\u00a0dose\u00a0at the usual time.\u00a0Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop taking Lactulos Levolac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The desired effect of the drug may not be present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been reported with&nbsp;Lactulose&nbsp;Levolac:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gases may occur during the first days of treatment.&nbsp;This usually disappears after a few days.<\/li><li>If you exceed the recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;, you may experience abdominal pain.&nbsp;In such cases, the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;should&nbsp;be reduced.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>When using a higher&nbsp;dose&nbsp;than recommended, you may experience diarrhea (sometimes including an imbalance in electrolyte levels).&nbsp;In such cases, the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;should&nbsp;be reduced.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Lactulos Levolac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the bottle is properly closed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the bottle label and\/or the outer carton after \u201cEXP\u201d.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose\u00a0Levolac can be used for 1 year after the first opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is&nbsp;lactulose&nbsp;(as liquid&nbsp;lactulose&nbsp;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One ml of\u00a0Lactulose\u00a0Levolac solution contains 670 mg of\u00a0lactulose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no other ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lactulose\u00a0Levolac is a clear, viscous, colorless, or slightly brownish-yellow liquid and is available without a prescription in the following pack sizes: Brown glass bottles and brown plastic bottles containing 100 ml, 200 ml, 250 ml, 300 ml, 500 ml, 1000 ml, and 10 x 100 ml with screw caps in polyethylene or child-resistant closure in polypropylene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>White plastic bottles: containing 100 ml, 200 ml, 300 ml, 500 ml, 1000 ml, and 10 x 100 ml with screw cap in polyethylene or child-resistant closure in polypropylene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dosing measure (polypropylene) with graduations is included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fresenius Kabi Austria GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hafnerstra\u00dfe 36<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8055 Graz, Austria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel .: +43 316 249 0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fax: +43 316 249 1208<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>info-atgr@fresenius-kabi.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fresenius Kabi Austria GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Estermannstra\u00dfe 17<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4020 Linz, Austria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel .: +43 732 7651 0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fax: +43 732 7651 2429<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>office@fresenius-kabi.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For any information about this medicine, please contact the local representative of the Marketing Authorization Holder:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bluefish Pharmaceuticals AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 49013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>100 28 Stockholm 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