Lactomen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lactomen Information

Lactomen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Constipation are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lactomen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lactomen. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Lactomen have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lactomen normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Lactomen's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Lactomen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lactomen related warnings section.

Lactomen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lactomen in conditions like Galactosemia. Other contraindications of Lactomen have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Lactomen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Lactomen, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Lactomen Benefits & Uses
Lactomen Dosage & How to Take
Lactomen Side Effects
Lactomen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lactomen with Other Drugs
Lactomen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lactomen
Lactomen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lactomen Benefits & Uses

Lactomen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Other Benefits

Lactomen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hepatic Encephalopathy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lactomen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lactomen is used -

Moderate

Decreased potassium level in blood
Metabolic acidosis

Mild

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Belching

Lactomen Related Warnings

Is the use of Lactomen safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Lactomen in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Lactomen safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lactomen for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Lactomen on the Kidneys?

Using Lactomen does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lactomen on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Lactomen on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lactomen on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Lactomen for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lactomen with Other Drugs

Lactomen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Bisacodyl

Docusate

Olmesartan,Amlodipine,Hydrochlorothiazide

Amiodarone

Salbutamol

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Lactomen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lactomen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Allergy
Galactosemia

Frequently asked Questions about Lactomen

Is this Lactomen habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lactomen has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lactomen as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lactomen should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lactomen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lactomen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lactomen

Taking Lactomen with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lactomen

Information about the interaction of Lactomen and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lactomen

Question about 6 years ago

What is Lactomen?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Lactomen is a disaccharide or a sugar which is a synthesized from fructose and galactose. It is used for the treatment of constipation majorly. In some cases, this drug is also given to treat liver diseases such as hepatic encephalopathy (decline in brain function that occurs as a result of severe liver disease).

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Lactomen with other laxatives?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, it is not recommended that you use Lactomen 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Lactomen be given to the elderly?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Older people frequently suffer from constipation. The osmotic laxatives like Lactomen find a place in their therapy, however, some of the side effects associated with these agents are abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea and flatulence. These side effects are present because Lactomen is converted to carboxylic acids like acetic acid, lactic acid and formic acid by the intestinal bacteria. Further, the patients may also develop a disliking to the sweet taste of the Lactomen.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I stop taking Lactomen on my own?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Self-medicating and then discontinuing Lactomen 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 Lactomen as prescribed by the doctor and continues with the treatment as per the recommendations.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I take Lactomen?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

You might have to take Lactomen for as long as constipation or hepatic encephalopathy lasts. For constipation, your doctor might prescribe it for a week. For hepatic encephalopathy, your doctor might prescribe it for several months. It is extremely important that you take Lactomen for as long as it is prescribed your doctor.