Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, it is not recommended that you use Lactulax 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, Lactulax 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.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Constipation: Lactulax 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. Lactulax pulls ammonia from the bloodstream and helps in discharging it via the stool, thus preventing brain damage.

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Self-medicating and then discontinuing Lactulax as per one's own will can have detrimental effects on one's health as there are chances of a relapse. It is thus recommended that one takes Lactulax as prescribed by the doctor and continues with the treatment as per the recommendations.