1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Lactulose for constipation

Lactulose for constipation

I am 1 and half months postpartum , have been taking lactulose syrup (15ml) to help with constipation. It worked until last week. Now the syrup isn't working and I have to strain every morning. I drink more than 10 glasses of water per day but it doesn't help I only end up going to urinate multiple times. Also how long is it recommended to take lac

...

112 Views v

Connect ...  Read More

My baby is 3 months and 22 days old. She is passing stool in 3-4 days which is causing her pain and she cries a lot. Can i give lactulose solution (lactolook syrup) to her?

2076 Views v

Preferably do not give any oral laxative .increase your intake of fruits and vegetables and take plenty of fluids.that will improve the motions in the baby too. Abdominal massage also helps. ...  Read More

Does lactulose syrup contain sugar and does it effects or causes diabetes Im using for constipation For last 2 weeks Just asking because taste is very sweet

627 Views v

No it doesn't contain sugar 3doesn't cause diabetes ...  Read More

Can I give lactulose syrup to 4 month baby to soften the stool. If can be given how much I can give.

510 Views v

No you use glycerin pediatric suppository ...  Read More

My father in law is already taking medicine for CKD and hypertension. He is presently facing constipation problem. Whether lactulose can be taken to get rid of constipation without having any side effects?

275 Views v

...  Read More

Are lactulose laxatives harmful or have any side effects used for more than a month? Please suggest.

894 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

I'm 2 weeks postpartum mother. Can I take lactulose syrup for constipation while breastfeeding my newborn? She's also admitted in nicu for 6 days after birth for at the risk of sepsis. I'm very worried about her health.

541 Views v

Yes can take ...  Read More

I am having constipation after my c-section.. having lactulose syrup also but it's not working what should I do .

276 Views v

Connect please ...  Read More

I have been taking lactulose for last 4 months as I had anal fissure. The fissure is cured now and I want to stop lactulose. Is there any safe substitute that I can use instead of lactulos

330 Views v

Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

Is lactulose safe for long term use? Say 6 months or so. Can it be stopped abruptly to switch to something more efficient?

1314 Views v

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.  ...  Read More

I am a patient hypothyroidism on 62.5 mcg thyrox I have constipation from last 2-3 years initially it about passing stool in 2 days not that duration has increased to 3 days. Because of constipation I have developed anal fissure,sentinel tag I take adequate fibre vegetables etc and alot of water too still symptoms persist Can I take lactulose 15 m

...

33 Views v

Yes ...  Read More

Ive been facing constipation type hard stools since almost a month now and along with it I also see rise in weight after the tuberculosis treatment that just got over before few months ago. And its affecting my hormones too. So what to do to treat it?

32 Views v

How frequently You are passing stools? Are you passing FLATUS (gas) Regularly? If yes, then Nothing to worry. Just add more Fibre(fruits & vegetables) to your diet and take plenty of water. what you ...  Read More

I have been having constipation and I was having regular bowel movements before not it's small quantity how much time it takes to heal constipation. My doctor said I have colitis (not ibd colitis) but mild inflammation of colon so how long it takes to heal that and is their possibility of this turning into ibd

56 Views v

Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Hi I am having constipation from three months. I can pass the stools regularly but it is hard. I am having only rice and sambhar now and chapathi. I drink 2L of water but still it is of no use. It is quite difficult to pass stools. I have read on the internet that constipation is symptoms of colorectal cancer. Hence, am worries about that. The stoo

...

61 Views v

Constipation is not always related to colon cancer. You must be worried if u see fresh bleed in stools. Increase your water intake. ...  Read More

My four yrs child do not eat well he do not like fruits and do not eat chapati and vegitables and have constipation problem please guide me .

66 Views v

Maintain hydration and give fibre rich diet like fruits and vegetables more ...  Read More

I had constipation for few days. So I did thyroid test and the results show TSH 5.92. ALSO HbA1c is 5.8. total cholesterol 203. Any suggestions for my condition please??

82 Views v

Tell me about your dietary behavior. Start consuming a lot of fibres and fruits in your diet. ...  Read More

I am diabetic with chronic Constipation with Inguinal Hernia. Please suggest medicine for Chronic Constipation. Allopathic and Ayurvedic both.

73 Views v

Syp.cremafin sugar free 30ml at bed time ...  Read More

My daughter is 9 yr old.. having constipation since 5 days and unable to pass motion.. what food can we give to pass motion easily

101 Views v

Give her ghee morning empty stomach. Follow HAIP DIET ...  Read More

My son is having constipation problem and we have used constipation relief syrups for nearly 2.6 yrs. Doctor decreased dose gradually and said to stop recently. It has been 15 days I stopped giving syrup to him. My doubt is should i give 8 glasses of water daily to my toddler. Does it cause over drinking of water to him. If I give him lot of water

...

55 Views v

Get once ano rectal Manometry, to rule out hirschsprung disease ...  Read More

Dear Doctor, Please advise list of food either veg or non veg , fruits, vegetables, chicken, mutton I should avoid for severe constipation.

81 Views v

Good evening pls connect through app directly. ...  Read More

Hi my baby is 20 months facing constipation issue for pat two days...what medicine can I give for him ?

53 Views v

Greetings kindly consult doctor in person ...  Read More

My daughter is having constipation problem for last 1 year. She is taking laxopeg medicine every day consuming through milk. But she is eating proper fiber rich food , water intake . But still medicine required to pass the stool easily. Need help in solution even after having fiber rich food why her constipation problem still continues.

92 Views v

First ur diagnosis maybe wrong ...  Read More

I am facing a constipation issue due to masturbation. Whenever I masturbate , I feel muscle around my anus gets short and extremely tight and I find difficult to push. and because of this I have not done masturbation for last 3 months but then i get a night fall in sleep and the muscle again gets short. Now it has reached to its worst point and I f

...

95 Views v

Get consultation done ...  Read More

Constipation but not hard stools Mucus with stool . anxious mind Indigestion scale type stools Not completely empty my bowel Tests Endoscopy normal Colonoscopy normal with antral gastritis Tsh normal Lft. Normal

39 Views v

Looks lik ibs- d, consult Gastroenterologist for proper medications ...  Read More

Hi, I have been suffering from constipation and trying ayuravedic medic ANULOMA DS tablet for a long time. Recently, i did my blood test and the ESR were on the higher side. Can someone suggest any new good constipation medicine?

157 Views v

Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

I am getting constipation from last month also hard stool i have to force but I get little also i have a bit dental issue I can't eat properly

52 Views v

Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

Hello doctor my son is autistic child he is 5 yrs old. Facing constipation stools become hard after 3 to 4 days he passes stools. Hello cannot eat properly always feels bloating not able to sleep at night because of gas .. please suggest any syrup so that he gets relief.. thank you.

127 Views v

Syp duphalac according to weight and age ...  Read More

Have constipation since few days. Having syrup and all, still no improvements much.. Any other suggestions? Also suggest some fiber rich food/ fruits etc??

105 Views v

Need to know past and present medical history of the patient, any medication he is taking Detail consultation with recent lab works preferred ...  Read More

I am taking psychiatry medication...and am getting constipation regularly from 2 years... while take duphalac syrup,it's not working properly...what to do next

101 Views v

The syrup you are taking should be taken in adequate amount. If taking less than the required dose, it appears not working. ...  Read More

My son is having constipation problem and we have used constipation relief syrups for nearly 2.6 yrs. Doctor decreased dose gradually and said to stop recently. It has been 15 days I stopped giving syrup to him. My doubt is should i give 8 glasses of water daily to my toddler . Does it cause over drinking of water to him. If I give him lot of water

...

100 Views v

Will be glad to resolve your every doubt on online consultation. ...  Read More

Related Topics:

Lactulose solution usp Constipation Constipation and no urination
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Get unlimited online consultations
Doubts about periods or pregnancy?

Doubts about periods or pregnancy?

Consult with a gynaecologist online

  • Private & confidential
  • Share reports
  • Free follow-ups

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Recently Asked Questions

Baby on Lactulose Not Pooping Daily

 614 Views
My 5-month-old breastfed baby has been on lactulose for 2 months. She sometimes goes 3–4 days without poo ... Read More

Constipation

 102 Views
My son (3 years old) having constipation, gave Lactulose Solution USP 10 Ml each day it's been 4 days no ... Read More

Lactulose for soft stools

 766 Views
I take duphalac 5 ml everyday. I get two bowel movements everyday. First is well formed stool and second ... Read More

Lactulose 12 ml daily

 978 Views
Is 12 ml lactulose correct dose for adults or more dose is needed for better effectiveness for daily use?

Constipation

 150 Views
What is better laxative between Triphala and Lactulose? I have tried both but Lactulose works better for ... Read More