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About Lacmatic Powder 100 gm

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm belongs to the class of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete.

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm contains Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that works by increasing the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. 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 making the stool softer and easier to pass. Thus, Lacmatic Powder 100 gm provides relief from constipation.

Take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects in some cases, 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.

Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Consult your doctor before taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Lacmatic Powder 100 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Do not take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for a bowel movement.

Uses of Lacmatic Powder 100 gm

Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Lacmatic Powder 100 gm is a combination of two drugs: Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. On the other hand, Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar. It 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 making the stool softer and easier to pass. Thus, Lacmatic Powder 100 gm helps provide relief from constipation.

Directions for Use

Granules: Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Syrup: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Lacmatic Powder 100 gm

  • Bloating
  • Stomach cramps
  • Flatulence (gas)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Lacmatic Powder 100 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Do not take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you have an ileostomy, colostomy, 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 Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for a bowel movement.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Lacmatic Powder 100 gm may have Interaction with antibiotic medicines (e.g. neomycin, tetracycline), cardiac glycoside medicines (e.g. digitalis), anti-fungal medicines (e.g. amphotericin B), corticosteroid medicines (e.g. hydrocortisone), and thiazide diuretic medicines (e.g. chlorothiazide, indapamide), and medicines used to treat ulcers (e.g. carbenoxolone),

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Lacmatic Powder 100 gm may have interactions with intestinal obstruction disorder, ileostomy, colostomy, and galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NEOMYCIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • DIGITALIS
  • AMPHOTERICIN B
  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • CHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • INDAPAMIDE
  • CARBENOXOLONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Try to make time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.
  • Eat fibre-rich foods such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs), and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

Special Advise

  • Maintain adequate fluid intake while taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm.

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 fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and lack of exercise.

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About Lacmatic Powder 100 gm

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm belongs to the class of medicines called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete.

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm contains Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that works by increasing the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. 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 making the stool softer and easier to pass. Thus, Lacmatic Powder 100 gm provides relief from constipation.

Take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side effects in some cases, 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.

Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Consult your doctor before taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Lacmatic Powder 100 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Do not take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for a bowel movement.

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Country of origin

India
Other Info - LAC0682

FAQs

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm causes an increase in water content in stools and stool volume, thereby making the stool softer and easier to pass. Thus, providing relief from constipation.
Diarrhoea might occur if Lacmatic Powder 100 gm is taken in larger doses. Drink lots of fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or experience excess diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Do not take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for a bowel movement. Taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for longer durations might also cause dehydration and imbalance of fluids and salts in the body, affecting the tightness of muscles in the intestine. Consult your doctor if your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for a week.
Please let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach or intestinal blockage, appendicitis, swallowing problems, rectal bleeding, diabetes, phenylketonuria and reduced bowel movements before starting Lacmatic Powder 100 gm.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Lacmatic Powder 100 gm is unknown. Please seek medical advice from your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe you Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Lacmatic Powder 100 gm passes into the mother’s milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm has negligible influence on your ability to drive.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Please seek medical advice from your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Please seek medical advice from your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm should not be given to children below 12 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:11 PM IST

Uses of Lacmatic Powder 100 gm

Constipation

Medicinal Benefits

Lacmatic Powder 100 gm belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Lacmatic Powder 100 gm is a combination of two drugs: Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. On the other hand, Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar. It 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 making the stool softer and easier to pass. Thus, Lacmatic Powder 100 gm helps provide relief from constipation.

Side Effects of Lacmatic Powder 100 gm

  • Bloating
  • Stomach cramps
  • Flatulence (gas)

Directions for Use

Granules: Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Syrup: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Lacmatic Powder 100 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose, and blood glucose levels while taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm. Do not take Lacmatic Powder 100 gm if you have an ileostomy, colostomy, 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 Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Lacmatic Powder 100 gm for a bowel movement.

Therapeutic Class

LAXATIVES

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NEOMYCIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • DIGITALIS
  • AMPHOTERICIN B
  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • CHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • INDAPAMIDE
  • CARBENOXOLONE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Try to make time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.
  • Eat fibre-rich foods such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs), and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Maintain adequate fluid intake while taking Lacmatic Powder 100 gm.

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 fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and lack of exercise.

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