Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Lacsan is available in the form of liquid to be taken orally. For the management of constipation, it is usually, taken once a day and for the management of a liver disease, it is usually taken 3 to 4 times a day. It is important to take the quantity exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Taking higher or the lower dose may have an adverse effect, therefore, one should always be compliant with the prescription label or doctor's recommendation.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, one can have an allergic reaction to Lacsan. In case you develop an allergic reaction, please stop using Lacsan and talk to your doctor immediately. 

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Constipation: Lacsan is non-digestible in human beings because of which, it passes as it is into the large intestine. The resident bacteria in the intestine act on it to convert it into lactic acid, acetic acid, and formic acid, drawing fluid into the stool and thus softening it. This makes it easier to pass the stool, and thus helps in relieving constipation.

Hepatic encephalopathy: In the event of liver failure, ammonia detoxification is difficult. If the level of ammonia in the bloodstream increases, it can reach the brain and damage it. Thus it is important to get rid of the excess ammonia. Lacsan pulls ammonia from the bloodstream and helps in discharging it via the stool, thus preventing brain damage.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, it is not recommended that you use Lacsan with other laxatives as this might lead to diarrhea and hence, severe dehydration. It is also recommended that you talk to your doctor before taking any other laxative. 

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lacsan can be used for the prevention of stroke. It gets fermented in the intestine and in the process, a large amount of hydrogen is produced which acts as an anti-oxidant and thus, prevents stroke. However, a large number of studies is still required to validate the association.