Lactitol Dosage
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
20 grams orally once a day
Comments:
- This drug should be added to 4 to 8 ounces of water, juice, or other beverages (e.g., coffee, soda, tea) and stirred to dissolve.
- This drug should be consumed immediately after preparation.
Use: Chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC)
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Dose Adjustments
Persistent loose stools: Reduce the dose to 10 grams orally once a day
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Galactosemia
- Known/suspected mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction
Safety and efficacy have not been established in pediatric patients.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- This drug should be taken with meals.
- Oral drugs should be separated by at least 2 hours before or after taking this drug.
Reconstitution/preparation techniques:
- The manufacturer product information should be consulted.
Patient advice:
- Inform patients that they should stop treatment and contact their healthcare provider if persistent loose stools occur.
- Advise patients to speak to their healthcare provider if they become pregnant, intend to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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