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About Aqualac Syrup
Aqualac Syrup belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Additionally, Aqualac Syrup is also used to prevent hepatic encephalopathy (decrease in brain function due to liver disease). Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful and hard to pass. Hepatic encephalopathy is a liver disease in which the liver does not remove the toxins from the body, which leads to loss of brain function.
Aqualac Syrup contains Lactitol a disaccharide sugar that breaks down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, increasing the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools, and stool volume, thereby makes the stool softer and more comfortable to pass and provides relief from constipation. In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, lactitol lowers the colon pH, thereby suppresses the absorption of unionized ammonia and other toxins. It also enhances nitrogen excretion through faeces.
You are advised to take Aqualac Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as abdominal distension, cramps, and flatulence (gas). Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Aqualac Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Aqualac Syrup . Consult your doctor before taking Aqualac Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe you Aqualac Syrup only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Aqualac Syrup . Do not take Aqualac Syrup for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Aqualac Syrup for a bowel movement.
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Aqualac Syrup belongs to the group of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Additionally, Aqualac Syrup is also used to prevent hepatic encephalopathy (decrease in brain function due to liver disease). Aqualac Syrup contains Lactitol (laxative). Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar. It works by breaking down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, which increases the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools, and stool volume, thereby makes the stool softer and more comfortable to pass and provides relief from constipation. In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, lactitol lowers the colon pH, thereby suppresses the absorption of unionized ammonia and other toxins. It also enhances nitrogen excretion through feces.
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Do not take Aqualac Syrup if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Aqualac Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Aqualac Syrup only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take Aqualac Syrup in case of ileostomy or colostomy. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking Aqualac Syrup . Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Aqualac Syrup . Do not take Aqualac Syrup if you have galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder), intestinal obstruction, unexplained abdominal pain, or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, or if you have to undergo a colonoscopy. Do not take Aqualac Syrup for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Aqualac Syrup for a bowel movement.
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Aqualac Syrup works by breaking down into low-molecular-weight organic acids in the colon, which increases the osmotic pressure. This causes an increase in water content in stools, and stool volume, thereby makes the stool softer and easier to pass and provides relief from constipation.
Do not take Aqualac Syrup with antacid and anti-bacterial medicines as it may cause decreased efficacy.
In patients with hepatic encephalopathy, lactitol lowers the colon pH, thereby suppresses the absorption of unionized ammonia and other toxins. It also enhances nitrogen excretion through faeces.
Diarrhoea might occur if Aqualac Syrup is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not take Aqualac Syrup for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Aqualac Syrup for a bowel movement. Taking Aqualac Syrup for longer durations might also cause dehydration, imbalance of fluids and salts in the body, affecting the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Aqualac Syrup for a week, consult your doctor.
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Maintain adequate fluid intake while taking Aqualac Syrup .
Disease/Condition Glossary
Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements. The stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation is a condition in which the person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. However, bowel patterns may vary from person to person. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fiber, not drinking enough liquids, lack of exercise, loss of tone of the bowel muscles in older people, or staying in bed for a longer duration.
Liver encephalopathy: It is a liver disease in which the liver does not remove the toxins from the body, which leads to loss of brain function.