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Looz 10 gm Powder

Manufactured byIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsLactulose
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Looz 10 gm Powder is an effective medicine to treat chronic constipation (difficulty bowel movement).
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Looz 10 gm Powder

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Looz 10 gm Powder

Diarrhea

Excessive bowel activity

Nausea or Vomiting

Abdominal pain and cramps

Belching

Excessive gas in stomach

Low potassium and magnesium levels in the blood

Uses of Looz 10 gm Powder

What is it prescribed for?

Constipation

This medicine is used to treat constipation by increasing the water content in the stool.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 days of administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The duration of time for which this medicine remains effective in the body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to lactulose or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Galactosemia

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a genetic condition where the body is not able to break down sugar galactose properly.

Gastrointestinal obstruction

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with gastrointestinal obstruction disorders due to the risk of adverse effects.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

General warnings

Low galactose diet

This medicine should be administered with extreme caution in patients requiring a low galactose diet. This dietary change is usually recommended for patients having a rare genetic disorder known as galactosemia.

Diabetes

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes since it contains galactose and lactose which can alter the blood sugar levels. Close monitoring of the blood glucose levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Electrolyte imbalance

The use of this medicine can cause an imbalance in the levels of potassium, magnesium, and other electrolytes in the body. It should be used with caution in children and patients suffering from any electrolyte imbalances. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Antibiotics and antifungals

This medicine should be used with caution in patients receiving any antibiotics or antifungal medicines. The efficacy of lactulose may reduce when taken along with an anti-infective medicine.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Ketoconazole

Azithromycin

Aluminium Hydroxide

Dexamethasone

Disease interactions

Diabetes

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes since it contains galactose and lactose which can alter the blood sugar levels. Close monitoring of the blood glucose levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Follow all the instructions given in the patient leaflet/package insert and take this medicine exactly as advised/prescribed. Do not take/administer this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than prescribed. Consult the doctor in case of any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting the doctor.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine is a synthetic sugar and works by bringing water into the colon which makes the stool softer.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Laxatives

Schedule

Schedule H

Lactulose: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2020 [cited 21 March 2020]. Available from:

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682338.html

Lactulose - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 21 March 2020]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00581

[Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2020 [cited 26 June 2020]. Available from:

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2796.pdf

Intrapharm Lactulose 10g/15ml Oral Solution Sachets - ExpressChemist.co.uk - Buy Online [Internet]. Expresschemist.co.uk. 2020 [cited 26 June 2020]. Available from:

https://www.expresschemist.co.uk/intrapharm-lactulose-10g-15ml-oral-solution-10-sachets.html

DailyMed - Kristalose - lactulose powder, for solution [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 26 June 2020]. Available from:

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=535dd1ea-b567-49f7-9a84-8ea91e78c466

Related Questions

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Information on this page was last updated on 26 Jun 2020

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