Duphalac 10g/5ml Syrup
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 30 January 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Constipation and portal systemic encephalopathy.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 30 mL initially, then 15-30 mL maintenance. Children: 10-15 mL based on age.
Special Populations
- Diabetics
- Paediatric patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Negligible systemic exposure; safe during pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Increases potassium loss with thiazides
- Cardiac glycosides may have enhanced effects
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to lactulose
- Galactosaemia
- Gastrointestinal obstruction
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Take after breakfast
- Report any severe abdominal pain
- Avoid prolonged use without medical advice
Serious warnings
- Caution in lactose intolerance
- Risk of electrolyte imbalance with chronic use
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