Ispaghula Husk+lactitol
About
Ispaghula Husk+lactitol belongs to the group 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.
Ispaghula Husk+lactitol is a combination of two drugs; Ispaghula husk and Lactitol. Ispaghula husk is a bulk-forming laxative that works by increasing the amount of water in the stool, making the stool softer and easier to pass. It can absorb 14 times more water than its weight. Therefore, drink plenty of water while taking Ispaghula. On the other hand, 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 easier to pass and provides relief from constipation.
Take Ispaghula Husk+lactitol as prescribed by your doctor. Try to take the Ispaghula Husk+lactitol at a fixed time for the best results. You are advised to take Ispaghula Husk+lactitol 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 Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses) while taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol. Consult your doctor before taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Ispaghula Husk+lactitol only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Inform your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol. Do not take Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for a bowel movement.
Uses of Ispaghula Husk+lactitol
Medicinal Benefits
Ispaghula Husk+lactitol belongs to a group of medicines known as laxatives used to treat constipation. Ispaghula Husk+lactitol is a combination of two drugs; Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula is a bulk-forming laxative that works by increasing the amount of water in the stool, and stool volume making the stool softer and easier to pass. It can absorb 14 times more water than its weight. Therefore, drink plenty of water while taking Ispaghula husk. On the other hand, 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 easier to pass and provides relief from constipation.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Ispaghula Husk+lactitol
- Bloating
- Stomach cramp
- Flatulence (gas)
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Ispaghula Husk+lactitol only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take Ispaghula Husk+lactitol in case of ileostomy or colostomy. Regularly monitor serum electrolytes, blood lactose and blood glucose levels while taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol. Do not take Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if you have galactosaemia (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 Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for more than a week as it may cause dependency on Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for a bowel movement.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Ispaghula Husk+lactitol may have interaction with an antibiotic (neomycin, tetracycline), cardiac glycoside (digitalis), a drug used to treat ulcers (carbenoxolone), anti-fungal (amphotericin B), corticosteroids, and thiazide diuretics.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Ispaghula Husk+lactitol may have interactions with intestinal obstruction disorder, ileostomy, colostomy, and galactosemia (galactose indigestion disorder).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with Ispaghula Husk+lactitol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Ispaghula Husk+lactitol.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor before taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe you Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is not known whether Ispaghula Husk+lactitol passes into the mother’s milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Ispaghula Husk+lactitol if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
safe if prescribedIspaghula Husk+lactitol has negligible influence on your ability to drive.
Liver
safe if prescribedIspaghula Husk+lactitol is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
safe if prescribedIspaghula Husk+lactitol is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
cautionIspaghula Husk+lactitol should not be given to children below 12 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
Habit Forming
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.
- Trying to make time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.
- Eat food rich in fibre 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 Ispaghula Husk+lactitol.
Patients Concern
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.
FAQs
Ispaghula Husk+lactitol contains Ispaghula and Lactitol. Ispaghula works by absorbing water and makes the stool soft and bulky and easier to pass. Lactitol 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.
Diarrhoea might occur if Ispaghula Husk+lactitol 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 Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for a bowel movement. Taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for longer durations might also cause dehydration, imbalance of fluids and salts in the body which can affect the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Ispaghula Husk+lactitol for a week, consult your doctor.
Ispaghula Husk+lactitol can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration depend upon the child’s age and body weight.
Constipation happens when the normal actions of muscle in the large intestine get slowed down, which means the waste part (stools) did not get easily eliminated from the body.
