Description
📋 Product Composition & Key Ingredients
| Active Ingredient | Strength | Primary Benefit |
| Lactulose | 3.335gm per 5ml | Draws water into the bowel through osmosis to soften stools and remove ammonia. |
| Lemon Flavour | — | Provides a pleasant taste, making it easier for children and adults to consume. |
✨ Product Highlights
Dual Action: Not only treats constipation but also helps manage liver-related confusion and tremors.10
Non-Habit Forming: Unlike stimulant laxatives, Duphalac is safe for longer-term use as it doesn’t make the bowel “lazy.”
Prebiotic Advantage: Acts as a food source for healthy bacteria like Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus.11
Suitable for All Ages: Can be used for infants, children, and adults under medical supervision.
Flexible Dosing: Can be taken with or without food and mixed with fruit juice or water if desired.12
🎯 Key Benefits
🌊 Softens Stool: Increases the water content in the intestine to prevent dry, painful, or hard-to-pass stools.13
🧠 Brain Function: In liver disease, it prevents ammonia from reaching the brain, improving mental clarity.14
⚖️ Electrolyte Friendly: At recommended doses, it is less likely to cause severe mineral imbalances than harsher purgatives.
🚫 Strain-Free: Helps individuals with hemorrhoids or post-surgery recovery avoid straining during bowel movements.15
🌟 Sugar-Free Alternative: Often considered safer for diabetics compared to some other sugar-based syrups (consult a doctor).16
🧴 Dosage & Directions for Use
Adults (Initial): Usually 15ml to 45ml per day.17
Maintenance: Usually 15ml to 30ml per day.18
Onset of Action: This medicine takes 24 to 48 hours to work fully.19 Do not increase the dose if you don’t see results immediately.
Method: Measure with the provided cup. Try to take it at the same time each day, preferably at breakfast or bedtime.
⚠️ Safety & Prescription Information
Prescription Requirement: Often available over-the-counter (OTC) for constipation, but requires a prescription for hepatic encephalopathy.
Side Effects: Common ones include flatulence (gas), nausea, and abdominal cramps.20 These usually subside as the body adjusts.21
Diabetic Caution: Contains small amounts of lactose and galactose; monitor blood sugar levels closely.22
Lactose Intolerance: If you are unable to digest milk sugar, consult your doctor before use.
Storage: Store between 2°C and 30°C. Do not freeze.
Disclaimer: Despite our attempts to provide you with the most accurate information, actual product packaging and materials may vary. Please read the label and safety warnings carefully before use.
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